Danicism

/ˈdænɪsɪzəm/ noun

Definition

A characteristic feature or idiom of Danish language, culture, or tradition; a word or expression borrowed from Danish.

Etymology

From 'danic' (relating to Denmark) plus the suffix '-ism' (indicating a practice, system, or characteristic trait).

Kelly Says

When linguists track how English borrowed 'ski,' 'slalom,' and other winter sports words, they're documenting Danish and Scandinavian influence — 'danicism' is the technical term for these cultural imports.

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