websterian

Web·ste·ri·an

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [web-steer-ee-uh n]
- /wɛbˈstɪər i ən/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [web-steer-ee-uh n]
- /wɛbˈstɪər i ən/

Definitions of websterian word

adjective websterian pertaining to or characteristic of Daniel Webster, his political theories, or his oratory. 1
adjective websterian pertaining to or characteristic of Noah Webster or his dictionary. 1

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Origin of websterian

First appearance:

before 1855

One of the 30% newest English words

An Americanism dating back to 1855-60; Webster + -ian

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Parts of speech for Websterian

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

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determiner

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websterian popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 43% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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