Word info

un-English

Speech parts

1. un-English - Adjective

2. un-English - Verb

Meaning

un-English (comparative more un-English, superlative most un-English)

Not English.

Synonym: non-English

un-English (third-person singular simple present un-Englishes, present participle un-Englishing, simple past and past participle un-Englished)

(transitive) To make no longer English; to divest of English character or language.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

Interestingly, Wycliff's Middle English compound split would, if transferred to modern English, be regarded by most people as un-English: :It was most unkind to in this manner treat their brother. Source: Internet

Jewish characters are often seen as un-English (such as Oliver Manders in Three Act Tragedy ), but they are rarely the culprits. citation Often, she is affectionate or teasing with her prejudices. Source: Internet

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