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basilect

[ bey-zuh-lekt, baz-uh- ]

noun

, Linguistics.
  1. the variety of language in a creole continuum that is most distinct from the acrolect.

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Other Words From

  • basi·lectal adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of basilect1

1960–65; basi- (as combining form of base 1 or basis ) + (dia)lect

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