langue
noun
\ ˈläⁿg
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Definition of langue
: language viewed abstractly as a system of forms and conventions used for communication in a community
also
: competence sense 1c — compare parole
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In tarnished silver light the royal ravens spoke la langue verte, the green tongue of living speech. — L. S. Asekoff, Harper's magazine, "Sundowner," 19 Aug. 2019 In the grand colonial period, tableware, menus, etiquette and equipment were dominated by the langue françoise from Madagascar to Moscow. — Jim Kempton, Orange County Register, "Follow the French: A look at the French influence on cuisine around the world," 2 Aug. 2019 The recommendation was put forth by the Commission d’enrichissement de la langue française, which works in conjunction with the Academie Française to preserve the French language. — Brigit Katz, Smithsonian, "France Says ‘Au Revoir’ to the Word ‘Smartphone’," 16 Jan. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'langue.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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