rhotacize

verb — 2 senses

rhotacize

verb
1

To pronounce with an exaggerated 'R' sound (a rhotacism).

2

Human sciences, Linguistics, Phonology, Sciences To change a consonant to an 'R' sound under certain circumstances.

Derived terms
rhotacization, unrhotacized

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