anglophiliac
|an-glo-phil-i-ac|
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/ˌæŋɡloʊˈfɪliæk/
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/ˌæŋɡləʊˈfɪliæk/
strong admiration for England
Etymology
'anglophiliac' originates from English, formed by combining 'Anglo-' (referring to England or English) and '-philiac' (one who has a strong liking for).
'anglophiliac' was modeled after similar words like 'anglophile' and 'bibliophiliac', and eventually became the modern English word 'anglophiliac'.
Initially, it meant 'a person who loves England or English things', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who has a strong admiration or love for England, English people, or English culture.
He is an anglophiliac who collects British memorabilia.
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Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of an anglophiliac; showing admiration for England or English things.
Her anglophiliac tastes are evident in her choice of literature.
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Last updated: 2025/08/09 08:27