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chauvinism

IPA pronunciation: /ˈʃəʊ.vɪ.nɪ.zəm/

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Russian meaning

Шовинизм, слепая преданность

English definition

Exaggerated or aggressive patriotism; excessive support for one's own cause.

Example

Linguistic chauvinism hinders fair appreciation of regional world English dialects.

Collocations

national chauvinism
male chauvinism
cultural chauvinism

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