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CLITICS

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Clitics.

Clitics - as a noun

A morpheme that functions like a word, but never appears as an independent word, instead being always attached to a following or preceding word (or, in some cases, within a surrounding word).

Example Sentences

"Some languages use clitics to indicate tense or case."
"Languages like Latin and Ancient Greek heavily rely on the use of clitics."
"The use of clitics can vary greatly between different languages."
"Some linguists argue that clitics are a type of affix."
"English contractions often involve clitics."
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Word Game Points

Is CLITICS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, clitics is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CLITICS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is CLITICS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, clitics is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLITICS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is CLITICS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, clitics is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLITICS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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