midlandize
verb as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:The linguist midlandized the speech to better understand regional variations.
Definition:to modify or adapt speech to conform to the characteristics of the Midland dialect of English.
From midlandize speech
Example:The editor midlandized the spelling to match contemporary Midland English norms.
Definition:to change the spelling of words to fit the phonetic sounds of the Midland dialect of English.
From midlandize spelling
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