Ethnolect
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɛθnəlɛkt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ethnolect is a noun meaning A language variety specific to an ethnic group.
Meaning
A language variety specific to an ethnic group.
Example Sentences
AAVE is an ethnolect of African Americans.
Word Forms
- ethnolects
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include multiethnolect, familiolect, vernacular, subvariety, clanspeak, communalect.
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