anglicism
/ˈæŋɡlɪsɪzəm/
noun
- A word or phrase from the English language that is used in another language.
- In French, 'le weekend' is a common anglicism.
- The use of 'okay' in Spanish is a well-known anglicism.
- Many Japanese business terms are anglicisms, like 'salaryman'.
- A custom, characteristic, or cultural feature that is typical of English-speaking people, especially the English.
- The tradition of queuing politely is often described as an anglicism.
- Having tea at four o'clock is an anglicism adopted in some former colonies.
- Some people see the celebration of Halloween in Europe as a modern anglicism.