AMERICANISM


Meaning of AMERICANISM in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ə-ˈmer-ə-kə-ˌni-zəm, -ˈmər-, -ˈme-rə- ]

noun

Date: 1781

1. : a characteristic feature of American English especially as contrasted with British English

2. : attachment or allegiance to the traditions, interests, or ideals of the United States

3.

a. : a custom or trait peculiar to America

b. : the political principles and practices essential to American culture

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.