Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—M

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
Macaronic Verse
Macaroni
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