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单词 spread-eagleism
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Definition of spread-eagleism in English:

spread-eagleism

(also spread-eaglism)
noun ˌsprɛdˈiːɡlɪz(ə)mˌsprɛdˈiːɡ(ə)lɪz(ə)mˈsprɛdiːɡ(ə)lɪz(ə)m
  • Extravagant or bombastic praise of the United States; aggressive assertion of United States interests or claims; the attitude behind these; (hence) similar speech or feeling in respect of other nations.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in New York Herald. From spread eagle + -ism.

 
 

Definition of spread-eagleism in US English:

spread-eagleism

(also spread-eaglism)
noun
  • Extravagant or bombastic praise of the United States; aggressive assertion of United States interests or claims; the attitude behind these; (hence) similar speech or feeling in respect of other nations.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in New York Herald. From spread eagle + -ism.

 
 
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