aphetism

noun — 2 senses

aphetism

noun

/ˈæ.fəˌtɪ.zəm/

Etymology From aphesis + -ism.

1

The aphetized form of a word, i.e. a word which has dropped its initial vowel or syllable, such as squire or vanguard.

2

Aphesis.

Related terms
aphesis, aphetic

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