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colloquialisms

/kɒləˈkwɪəlɪzəmz/ noun · British & US
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What does colloquialisms mean?

noun

Colloquialisms are informal expressions or words that are commonly used in everyday conversation, but are often considered too casual for formal writing or more formal situations. They can add flavor and personality to language, but may not be understood by everyone.

Example

"The professor warned her students to avoid using colloquialisms in their essays, as they could make the writing seem unprofessional."

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