regionalism
Noun
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A feature (as a pronunciation or expression or custom) that is characteristic of a particular region (synset 107171205)
domain member usage:
- afeard, afeared - a pronunciation of afraid
- right smart - (Southern or Midland) considerable
is a type of: non-standard speech - speech that differs from the usual accepted, easily recognizable speech of native adult members of a speech community -
A foreign policy that defines the international interests of a country in terms of particular geographic areas (synset 106675595)
is a type of: foreign policy - a policy governing international relations
- Loyalty to the interests of a particular region (synset 104885629)
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