superstrate meaning

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superstrate (noun): any stratum or layer superimposed on another.

superstrate has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

superstrate as a noun

  1. any stratum or layer superimposed on another

    Synonyms: superstratum

    Type of: stratum

  2. the language of a later invading people that is imposed on an indigenous population and contributes features to their language

    Synonyms: superstratum

    Type of: language

Word lists: words starting with SU · words ending in TE · 11-letter words

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