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Meaning of obsoletism | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A disused word or phrase; an archaism.

Examples

“He cannot place side by side with 'in respect of', some kindred obsoletism; because any obsoletism, it seems, is equally bad grammar”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

obsoletor obsonator obsr. Obst obstacle obstacle course

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