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Arabism

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Ar·​ab·​ism | \ ˈer-ə-ˌbi-zəm How to pronounce Arabism (audio) , ˈa-rə-\

Definition of Arabism

1 : a characteristic feature of Arabic occurring in another language
2 : devotion to Arab interests, culture, aspirations, or ideals

First Known Use of Arabism

1614, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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