NON-U


Meaning of NON-U in English

adjective

( old-fashioned , informal ) ( of language or social behaviour ) not considered socially acceptable among the upper classes

ORIGIN: From the abbreviation U for 'upper class'.

For more information see the Cultural Guide

Oxford Advanced Learner's English Dictionary.      Оксфордский английский словарь для изучающик язык на продвинутом уровне.