Microdialect
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Microdialect is a noun meaning A unique dialect, language system, or jargon used in a very small geographical region or by a very small number of individuals, like a couple, family, or community; marked by shared, private words, phrases, and grammatical quirks.
Meaning
A unique dialect, language system, or jargon used in a very small geographical region or by a very small number of individuals, like a couple, family, or community; marked by shared, private words, phrases, and grammatical quirks.
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: familect, familiolect
Word Forms
- microdialects
Synonyms for microdialect
Depending on context, synonyms include familect, familiolect.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include microlocality, microdistribution, microdiscourse, microculture, micromilieu, microdistance.
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