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anglicise

/ˈæŋ.ɡlɪ.saɪz/

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verb

/ˈæŋ.ɡlɪ.saɪz/C1formalbritish
  • ruГлагол, означающий придать чему-либо английскую форму, характер или использование, часто применяется к иностранным словам или обычаям.

A verb meaning to make something English in form, character, or usage, often applied to foreign words or customs.

  1. Make English in form or characterC1formalbritish

    To adapt or convert something to make it English in appearance, style, or character.

    ruАнглизировать

    • The company anglicised its name to appeal to the British market.
    • Many foreign words are anglicised when adopted into English.
    • The restaurant anglicised its menu to suit local tastes.

    Synonymsassimilate

Forms
  • anglicised past participle
  • anglicised past simple
  • anglicising present participle
  • anglicises third person singular