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 Definitions of received pronunciation  [ɪˈsivd]  

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Definition of 'received pronunciation' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) Received Pronunciation
a pronunciation of British English derived from the educated speech of S England, traditionally used in the public schools and at Oxford and Cambridge universities and widely used in broadcasting.

Etymology:  (1865–70)


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recapitalization  recapitalize  recd.  received pronunciation  received standard  receiver general  receiving blanket  



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