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basilect.

A variety of a language that differs substantially from the standard form, and is only considered suitable for very informal contexts by speakers.

8 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈbæsɪlɛkt//ˈbeɪsɪlɛkt/
  1. A variety of a language that differs substantially from the standard form, and is only considered suitable for very informal contexts by speakers.

Where this word comes from

From basi- (“base, bottom”) + -lect (“speech”).

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