[noun] 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, English language
[noun] the discipline that studies the English language and literature Synonyms:English
[noun] (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist Synonyms:English, side
[adjective] of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture; "English history"; "the English landed aristocracy"; "English literature" Synonyms:English
