Explanation
A fully developed natural language that emerged from new linguistic configurations in situations of intensive contact. Challenges the idea of languages as sealed inheritances: communities create new autonomous systems under historical constraints.
Example
Vocabulary of diverse origins becomes socially stabilised within a new grammar.
Counterexample
A mere label without the described formal, cultural or conceptual movement.
Distinction
Distinguish from Pidgin; the neighbour remains connected as a crossway.
Effect on thought and perception
Challenges the idea of languages as sealed inheritances: communities create new autonomous systems under historical constraints.
Resonance
Challenges the idea of languages as sealed inheritances: communities create new autonomous systems under historical constraints.
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Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Creole language“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP5-0008. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP5-0008The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.