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americanism

noun

/əˈmɛrɪkəˌnɪzəm/

Meaning

A word, phrase, or practice characteristic of American English or culture.

The term 'sidewalk' is an Americanism, while 'pavement' is used in British English.

expression, idiom, phrase, usage, colloquialism

briticism, anglicism

common Americanism, linguistic Americanism, cultural Americanism

a large, solid piece of mineral matter

A particular situation, occurrence, or an instance of something; also a container or covering for so...

a period of time when someone does not go to work or school but is free to do what they want, such a...

a young bull; a castrated bull used for farm work

a rounded handle on a door or drawer; a small rounded switch on a machine

An important task or assignment given to a person or group; a specific purpose or goal