in plain English



in plain English

In clear, straightforward, and uncomplicated English. Chronic atherosclerosis in the coronary arteries has stopped oxygen-rich blood from reaching the heart, leading to a myocardial infarction. In plain English, you've suffered a heart attack. I wish these software agreements would be written in plain English, rather than this legalese gobbledygook.
See also: English, plain

in plain English

In clear, straightforward language, as in The doctor's diagnosis was too technical; please tell us what he meant in plain English. [c. 1500] Also see in so many words.
See also: English, plain

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
ZacarÍAsthah-kah-REE-ahs (Spanish), sah-kah-REE-ahs (Latin American Spanish)Spanish
GenyaGYEN-yahRussian
Pompeius-Ancient Roman
Mared-Welsh
KimberlynKIM-bər-linEnglish (Rare)
Alessandroahl-e-SAHN-droItalian