Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lingua
Noun
/ˈlɪŋ.ɡwə/
Definition
A word referring to a language or tongue.
Examples
- Latin is a classical lingua used in many academic fields.
- Many people speak multiple linguas in a multicultural city.
- The lingua franca of the internet is often considered to be English.
Meaning
In a linguistic context, ‘lingua’ typically denotes a specific language or the idea of language itself. It can refer to the physical tongue as well as the abstract concept of communication through language.
Synonyms
- language
- speech
- tongue
- diction