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purism in Malay

purisme

purism in Malay: purisme. In English, purism means an insistence on pure or unmixed forms.

Malay words for purism

insistence on the traditionally correct way
purisme

English meaning of purism

  1. noun An insistence on pure or unmixed forms.
  2. noun The desire to use words and forms derived from what is considered the native element in a given language instead of elements considered borrowed or foreign.
  3. noun An insistence on the traditionally correct way of doing things.
  4. noun An example of purist language etc.

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Questions about purism in Malay

What is the meaning of purism in Malay?
Purism in Malay is purisme.
Apakah maksud purism dalam bahasa Melayu?
Purism: purisme.
What does purism mean in English?
Purism means an insistence on pure or unmixed forms.

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