What does pidgin mean?
A simplified language used for communication between two groups of people who do not share a common language, often used as a trade language or lingua franca. A pidgin language is typically used for practical purposes and is not the native language of either group.
Example
"The sailors used a pidgin language to communicate with the local fishermen."
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