Classroomese

//klæsruːˈmiːz// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A form of language taught to learners that does not reflect actual language use. uncountable

    "Apparently, this is another instance where classroomese contrasts with authentic language use."

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"Apparently, this is another instance where classroomese contrasts with authentic language use."

Etymology

From classroom + -ese.

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