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pidgin

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Pronunciation

  • IPA /ˈpɪ.dʒɪn/

Noun

pidgin noun

  1. An amalgamation of two disparate languages, used by two populations having no common language as a lingua franca to communicate with each other, lacking formalized grammar and having a small, utilitarian vocabulary and no native speakers.
  2. A person's business, occupation, work, or trade.

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