Americanism
(noun)
An idiom, custom, or characteristic feature of American English or of the United States and its culture.
Origin:
Mid 19th century: from american + -ism.
Examples:
- The use of the word "gotten" is considered an Americanism.
- The phrase "have a nice day" is an Americanism.
- The custom of trick-or-treating on Halloween is an Americanism.
- The use of the word "soccer" for association football is an Americanism.
- The concept of "Black Friday" is an Americanism.