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Word: Emics
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
1950s; earliest use found in Kenneth Pike (1912–2000). From emic: see -ic
Definition:
Chiefly with singular agreement. The use of a native’s or insider’s perspective to study or describe cultural practices or language use within a particular group; this as an academic discipline. Often contrasted with etics.
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