Macaronic Latin
Dog Latin, or modern words with Latin endings. The law
pleadings of G. Steevens, as Daniel v. Dishclout and
Bullum v. Boatum, are excellent examples. (See Dog
Latin.)
Maearonic Latin
is a mixture of Latin and some modern language. In Italy macheroni is a mixture of coarse meal, eggs, and cheese.
Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894 More on Macaronic Latin from Fact Monster:
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