anglic
|an-glic|
/ˈæŋɡlɪk/
relating to English or Englishness
Etymology
'anglic' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'Anglicus,' where 'Angli' meant 'the English' and the suffix '-icus' meant 'pertaining to.'
'Anglicus' changed from the Medieval Latin word 'Anglicus' and eventually became the modern English word 'anglic.'
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the English,' but over time it evolved to also refer to English words or expressions used in other languages.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a word or expression that is English in origin or characteristic, especially when used in another language.
The word 'football' is an anglic in many European languages.
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Adjective 1
relating to the English people or the English language, especially in contrast to other languages or cultures.
The anglic tradition differs from the continental one.
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Last updated: 2025/08/08 22:51