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enclitic

The correct spelling is enclitic.

How to pronounce enclitic

noun

IPA: /ɛnˈklɪtɪk/

Say it like: Enc-lit-ic

The correct spelling is enclitic. A clitic that joins with the preceding word phonetically, graphically, or both. For example: "The English possessive 's is an enclitic."

Usage Examples

The English possessive 's is an enclitic.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A clitic that joins with the preceding word phonetically, graphically, or both.

adjective

  1. 1.(grammar) Affixed phonetically.

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