loanword

/ˈloʊnwɜrd/

Definitions

1. noun

a word that has been borrowed from another language and incorporated into one’s own language

“The loanword ‘sushi’ has become a popular dish in many Western countries.”

2. noun

a word that is borrowed from another language, especially one that is not commonly used or is considered to be of foreign origin

“The loanword ‘karaoke’ is used to describe a form of entertainment where people sing along to recorded music.”

Synonyms

  • borrowed word
  • foreign word

Antonyms

  • native word