Eurocreep

English

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) The spreading use of the Euro as currency in countries that have not officially adopted it.
  • (countable) A proponent, in the 1980s, of closer ties between Britain and the European community.

Etymology

Compound from English Euro (short for Europe European Union) + English creep (be creepy, make uncomfortable).

Origin

English

creep

Gloss

be creepy, make uncomfortable

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