"metrolingualism" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From metrolingual + -ism. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|metrolingual|ism}} metrolingual + -ism Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} metrolingualism (uncountable)
  1. (linguistics) The use of language by diverse ethnic and cultural groups in a shared urban environment Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Linguistics
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