English Definition

english
adjective
  1. of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture or people; "English history"; "the English landed aristocracy"; "English literature"
  2. of or relating to the English language
noun
  1. an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries
  2. the people of England
  3. the discipline that studies the English language and literature
  4. (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist

"English" in song lyrics

See how english is used in real songs:

  • "I need some forty ounce mother uh! Old English"
    Afroman — Tall Cans
  • "His name is St. Ides and he spoke in Olde English"
    A.L.T. and the Lost Civilization — Tequila
  • "Cause I'll come like William Wallace and slaughter your English"
    Annakin Slayd — Don't Even Know

Usage tips for "english"

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