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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

emic

/ɛmɪk/ noun · British & US
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What does emic mean?

noun

In linguistics, a term used to describe a concept or idea that is specific to a particular culture or community. It refers to the insider's perspective or the native's point of view.

Example

"The anthropologist studied the emic perspective of the indigenous tribe to gain a deeper understanding of their customs and traditions."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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