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vernacular

[ver-nak-yuh-ler, vuh-nak-] / vərˈnæk yə lər, vəˈnæk- /




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The excitement comes with its own vernacular, as “powder hounds” hit the slopes, looking for “fresh tracks” and “chasing pow.”

From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026

She owned a copy of Tyndale’s New Testament and backed appointees to the court who supported the idea of a vernacular Bible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

They’re hearty, warm, cheesy, creamy and indulgent — just a few words that are part of the season’s culinary vernacular.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

Galaxy’s Edge came with its own vernacular, and an elaborate game in the Play Disney mobile app that was designed to track a guest’s reputation and be used in the land.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026

Each student’s curriculum was rounded off by the Afrikaans, English and vernacular languages.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane




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