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anglomaniac

|an-glo-ma-ni-ac|

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/ˌæŋ.ɡloʊˈmeɪ.ni.æk/

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/ˌæŋ.ɡləʊˈmeɪ.ni.æk/

excessive admiration for England

Etymology
Etymology Information

'anglomaniac' originates from English, specifically from the combination of 'Anglo-' meaning 'English' and '-maniac' meaning 'one who has an excessive enthusiasm or obsession.'

Historical Evolution

'anglomaniac' was formed in the 19th century from 'anglomania' (excessive admiration for England) and the suffix '-ac' (denoting a person with a mania), and eventually became the modern English word 'anglomaniac.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a person obsessed with England or English things,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who has an excessive admiration for England or English things.

He is an anglomaniac who collects British antiques.

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Adjective 1

relating to or characteristic of an excessive admiration for England or English things.

Her anglomaniac tastes are evident in her home decor.

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Last updated: 2025/08/09 07:06