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English is a West Germanic language originating in England, and the first language for most people in Australia, Canada, the Commonwealth Caribbean, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States of America (also commonly known as the Anglosphere). It is used extensively as a second language and as an official language throughout the world, especially in Commonwealth countries and in many international organisations.
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Noun
1. an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the Commonwealth countries
(synonym) English
(hypernym) West Germanic, West Germanic language
(hyponym) American English, American language, American
1. an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the Commonwealth countries
(synonym) English
(hypernym) West Germanic, West Germanic language
(hyponym) American English, American language, American