Definition of 'english'

Noun

1. an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries
      Synonyms: English language
2. the people of England
      Synonyms: English people
3. the discipline that studies the English language and literature
4. (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist
      Synonyms: side

Adjective

1. of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture or people; "English history"; "the English landed aristocracy"; "English literature"
2. of or relating to the English language

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