Definition of Colloquialism. Meaning of Colloquialism. Synonyms of Colloquialism

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Definition of Colloquialism

Colloquialism
Colloquialism Col*lo"qui*al*ism, n. A colloquial expression, not employed in formal discourse or writing.

Meaning of Colloquialism from wikipedia

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