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Dialect (Noun)

Meaning

The usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people; "the immigrants spoke an odd dialect of English"; "he has a strong German accent"; "it has been said that a language is a dialect with an army and navy".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

  • The local dialect in the rural town was distinct from the standard language spoken in the cities.
  • She struggled to understand the dialect spoken by her grandmother, who had grown up in a remote village.
  • The comedian's use of dialect added to the humor in his stand-up routine, poking fun at regional differences.
  • The linguist studied the dialect of the indigenous people, documenting their unique vocabulary and grammar.
  • The author's use of dialect in her novel helped to create a sense of authenticity and place.

Synonyms

  • Accent
  • Idiom

Related Words

  • Dialectal (adjective)
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