bilingualism

/baɪˈlɪŋgwəlɪzəm/
/baɪˈlɪŋgwəlɪzəm/
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Definitions of bilingualism
  1. noun
    the ability to speak two languages colloquially
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    type of:
    ability, power
    possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done
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