anglo

n. a person who speaks English as their first language, especially in a place like Canada where French is also spoken.

n. a person whose primary language is English; frequently used in Quebec and other multilingual regions to distinguish from francophones.

“In Montreal, many Anglos are bilingual and speak both English and French fluently.”

“The demographic shift in the province has led to new debates regarding the cultural representation of Anglos in local government.”

Informal

n. a person of English or British family background, often used in the US or Australia.

n. an individual of English or British ancestry, particularly within a non-British society.

“The neighborhood was a mix of Latino and Anglo families living side by side.”

“Sociologists studied the integration patterns of Anglo immigrants compared to those from other European nations during the nineteenth century.”

Informal · American English · Dialect

n. a small musical instrument similar to an accordion, often used in folk music.

n. a specific type of concertina that produces different notes on the press and draw of the bellows.

“He played a traditional Irish tune on his old anglo.”

“The musician preferred the anglo concertina for its rhythmic capabilities in fast-paced dance music.”

Technical