A person who is excessively or obsessively enthusiastic about English culture, language, or customs.
From Anglo- (relating to England or English-speaking peoples) + maniac (from Greek 'mania' meaning madness or excessive enthusiasm). The term emerged in the 18th century to describe those with an extreme fascination with English things.
This word captures a real historical phenomenon: during the 1700s, French aristocrats were so obsessed with English fashion and manners that critics coined this term to mock them—it's a reminder that 'obsessive fandom' is centuries old!
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