Basilect

//ˈbæsɪlɛkt//

Word Type

Noun

The word "basilect" can be used as a noun.

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Coordinate Terms

; acrolect hyperlect mesolect vernacular vulgate

Derived Terms

Context

Related Terms

code-switching matrilect post-creole continuum register

Related Terms

acrolect code switching diverged language mesolect standard variety

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