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ENCLITICS

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Enclitics.

Enclitics - as a noun

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

Example: "The english possessive 's is an enclitic."

Example Sentences

"In English, contracted forms like 'don't' and 'ain't' are examples of enclitics."
"In linguistics, enclitics are often contrasted with proclitics which come before the main word."
"Some languages have specific rules for the placement of enclitics within a sentence."
"The use of enclitics can vary depending on the register or style of the language."
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Word Game Points

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

ENCLITICS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is ENCLITICS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, enclitics is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENCLITICS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is ENCLITICS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, enclitics is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENCLITICS has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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