English

(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 language.

(noun) the people of England. Synonyms: English people.

(noun) the discipline that studies the English language and literature.

(noun) (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist. Synonyms: side.

(adj) of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture or people. Examples: "English history." "The english landed aristocracy." "English literature."

(adj) of or relating to the English language.