GEMINATION
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Gemination.
Gemination - as a noun
The doubling of a word or phrase (as for rhetorical effect)
The act of copying or making a duplicate (or duplicates) of something
Example: "This kind of duplication is wasteful"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
duplication16Example Sentences
"In some languages, gemination is indicated by writing a double consonant."
"The gemination of the /t/ sound in the word 'butter' is often not pronounced."
"In phonetics, gemination is known as consonant elongation."
"The gemination of the nasal consonant in the word 'unnecessary' gives it a different pronunciation."
"Some languages have strict rules regarding gemination, while others allow varying degrees of lengthening."
Word Game Points
Is GEMINATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gemination is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GEMINATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is GEMINATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gemination is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGEMINATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is GEMINATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gemination is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGEMINATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
