Definition of calques

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  • calques is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 18
  • calques is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 18
  • calques is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 21

Definition of calques

  • an expression introduced into one language by translating it from another language (noun)

    Examples

    1. `superman' is a calque for the German `Ubermensch'

    Synonyms

    1. calque formation
    2. loan translation

See definition of calques in Merriam Webster