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anglomane

|an-glo-mane|

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/ˈæŋɡloʊˌmeɪn/

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/ˈæŋɡləʊˌmeɪn/

excessive admiration for England

Etymology
Etymology Information

'anglomane' originates from French, specifically the word 'anglomane,' where 'anglo-' meant 'English' and '-mane' meant 'madness' or 'mania.'

Historical Evolution

'anglomane' was borrowed directly from French into English in the 18th century, and eventually became the modern English word 'anglomane.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'one who is mad about English things,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who greatly admires England or English things.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who is excessively fond of or greatly admires England or English things.

He was considered an anglomane because of his love for English culture.

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Adjective 1

excessively admiring or favoring England or English things.

Her anglomane tastes were evident in her choice of decor.

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Last updated: 2025/08/09 06:36