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Pidgin
A pidgin is a grammatically simplified means of communication that develops between two or more groups that do not have a language in common. It is not a native language and is used for specific, limited purposes, often trade. Pidgins have a reduced vocabulary and simplified grammar.
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Pidgin English developed for trade.
Pidgin English developed for trade.
It's a simplified communication system.
It's a simplified communication system.
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