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volks — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • plebeian noun A member of the plebs, the common citizens of ancient Rome.
  • popular adj Liked, enjoyed, or supported by a large number of people.
  • vulgar adj Crude, tasteless, or offensive, especially in speech or behaviour.

Senses

volks is used for these senses in English:

  • plebeian (historical) Of or concerning the plebs, the common citizens of ancient Rome.
  • popular Pertaining to or deriving from the people or general public. [from 16th c.]
  • vulgar (historical, or, derogatory) Having to do with ordinary, common people.

plebeian — full definition

  1. noun A member of the plebs, the common citizens of ancient Rome.
  2. noun A commoner, particularly (derogatory) a low, vulgar person.

popular — full definition

  1. adj Liked, enjoyed, or supported by a large number of people.
  2. adj Intended for or aimed at ordinary people rather than experts.

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