Americanism / American trait
nounfeminine/ɐmɨɾikɐˈnisɨ/low
a·me·ri·ca·ni·ce
Definition
Set of characteristics, manners, or customs considered typical of the United States of America, sometimes with a critical or pejorative connotation.
The film was a comedy full of Americanisms, from the high school prom to the drive-ins.
Some critics see globalization as an export of American traits.
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Etymology
De 'americano' + sufixo '-ice'.