anglo
|an-glo|
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/ˈæŋɡloʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˈæŋɡləʊ/
English origin or relation
Etymology
'anglo' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'Anglus,' where 'Anglus' meant 'an Englishman.'
'Anglus' transformed into the English prefix 'Anglo-' (as in 'Anglo-Saxon'), and eventually became the modern English word 'anglo' used as a noun and adjective.
Initially, it meant 'an Englishman,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person of English descent' or 'relating to English people or culture.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person of English descent, especially in contrast to people of other ethnicities or languages.
Many Anglos settled in Texas during the 19th century.
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Adjective 1
relating to English people, culture, or language.
The Anglo tradition is still strong in some parts of Canada.
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Last updated: 2025/08/09 05:21