"quangoland" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From quango + land. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|quango|land}} quango + land Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} quangoland (uncountable)
  1. (derogatory) The world of quangos (quasi-autonomous non-governmental organizations); quangos generally. Tags: derogatory, uncountable
    Sense id: en-quangoland-en-noun-j15lk2vx Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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