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colloquialisms

 

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Noun colloquialism has 1 sense
  1. colloquialism - a colloquial expression; characteristic of spoken or written communication that seeks to imitate informal speech
    --1 is a kind of
    formulation, expression

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Colloquialisms

Description:

Colloquialisms refer to words or phrases that are used in casual conversation or everyday language. They often reflect regional or informal speech patterns, adding a sense of familiarity and informality to a conversation.

Examples:

Noun:

  1. Colloquialisms are prevalent in regional dialects.
  2. He used several interesting colloquialisms while telling his story.

Adjective:

  1. Her speech was filled with colloquial expressions.
  2. In some cultures, it is seen as impolite to use colloquial language in formal settings.

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