English Explanatory Dictionary

pseudo-Tudo

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. In a style similar to Tudor or mock-Tudor architecture; faux Tudor.
noun
  1. An architectural style using elements of Tudor or Tudor revival architecture, or a building employing such style, especially one judged to be inauthentic or of lower quality.

Word forms

pseudo-Tudo more pseudo-Tudo most pseudo-Tudo pseudo tudo pseudy tudy pseudie tudie

Etymology

From pseudo- + Tudor, with the latter element reduced, resulting in internal rhyme. Compare variant pseudy tudy. Attested from the mid 20th century (see quotations below).

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