english meaning and definition

ENGLISH noun

Definition of English (noun)

1. an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries
   • synonyms: English language
2. the people of England
   • synonyms: English people
3. the discipline that studies the English language and literature
4. (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist
   • synonyms: side

ENGLISH adjective

Definition of English (adjective)

1. of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture or people
   • "English history"; "the English landed aristocracy"; "English literature"
2. of or relating to the English language