Meaning Of The Word Ersatz

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What's The Definition Of Ersatz?

ersatz
If you describe something as ersatz, you dislike it because it is not genuine and is a poor imitation of something better.

ersatz in American English
substitute or synthetic
adjective: serving as a substitute; synthetic; artificial
noun: an artificial substance or article used to replace something natural or genuine; a substitute

ersatz in British English
adjective: made in imitation of some natural or genuine product; artificial
noun: an ersatz substance or article

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