Definition

Relating to or involving multiple languages, especially in the context of comparing or analyzing them.

Example

The study of crosslinguistic patterns can reveal how different languages express similar ideas.

Conversation

I just started a course on crosslinguistic studies.

That sounds interesting! What does it cover?

It looks at how different languages compare and influence each other.

Wow, I’d love to learn more about that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crosslinguistic → It is formed from "cross-" (meaning across) and "linguistic" (from Latin "lingua", meaning language). The word refers to phenomena or studies that occur across different languages.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cross-' meaning 'across' and 'linguistic' relating to 'language' — this helps you remember that 'crosslinguistic' involves aspects that span multiple languages.

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