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Why would hamburger be an example of Anglicized word?

"Hamburger" is not considered an Anglicized word. Here's why:

* Origin: The word "hamburger" is derived from Hamburg, Germany, a city known for its ground beef dishes.

* Not an Anglicization: Anglicization refers to the process of adapting a word from a foreign language to fit English grammar and pronunciation. "Hamburger" doesn't significantly change its pronunciation or spelling from its German origin.

Instead of Anglicized, "hamburger" is considered a loanword. Loanwords are words borrowed from other languages and integrated into the borrowing language.

Here are some examples of Anglicized words:

* Rendezvous: From French, originally spelled "rendez-vous"

* Cafe: From French, originally spelled "café"

* Ciao: From Italian, originally spelled "ciao"

In conclusion: "Hamburger" is a loanword from German, not an Anglicized word.

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