Ango

/ˈæŋɡoʊ/ noun

Definition

A shortened or colloquial form referring to Anglo-Saxon people or English-speaking peoples; sometimes used as slang.

Etymology

A clipped form of 'Anglo,' created for brevity in speech or informal writing. The term is less standard than the full 'Anglo.'

Kelly Says

Linguistic shortening like 'ango' shows how language adjusts to social needs: when groups need to be discussed frequently, they get shorter names—but shortened names also often become slurs, showing language's role in social power.

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