Anglophone
adj, noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 One who speaks English, generally natively.
"When we consider the situation of Anglophones in Quebec, we quickly realize that the vitality of this group depends upon its geographical location. In and around Montreal, Anglophones have good access to English-language resources and services. They also have their own institutions, although French is now part of these institutions. Anglophones living in and around Montreal are better served in their language than anywhere else in the province."
- 2 Alternative letter-case form of Anglophone. alt-of
- 1 English-speaking. not-comparable
"the Anglophone media"
- 2 Alternative letter-case form of Anglophone. alt-of, not-comparable
"“What is this? ‘Why are you talking to me in English?’” I prodded, mimicking my mother, who would scold us when, around guests of the anglophone persuasion, we accidentally addressed her in English."
Synonyms
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More examples"Being an anglophone is a double-edged sword. On one hand, you speak perfectly the world's most useful language. But on the other, no one wants to speak anything else with you - making foreign language acquisition difficult."
Etymology
From Anglo- + -phone.
From anglo- + -phone.
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