AdoptionWordNet Explorer
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noun
the appropriation (of ideas or words etc) from another source
Words in this synset: borrowing
noun
a deliberate act of acquisition of something, often without the permission of the owner
noun
changing the pronunciation of a borrowed word to agree with the borrowers' phonology
noun
wrongful borrowing
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the appropriation of a new style (especially in popular music) by combining elements of different genres in order to appeal to a wider audience
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the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception
noun
the formal act of approving
noun
a close affectionate and protective acceptance