standard languages

A form of standard language — A form of a language that is institutionally promoted, regarded as the most correct or neutral variety, and is used by a population for public and formal purposes.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of standard language
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“standard languages.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/standard%20languages. Accessed November 3, 2026.

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WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “standard languages,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/standard%20languages.

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