REDUPLICATION
(noun)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Reduplication.
Reduplication - as a noun
Repetition of the final words of a sentence or line at the beginning of the next
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anadiplosis14The syllable added in a reduplicated word form
A word formed by or containing a repeated syllable or speech sound (usually at the beginning of the word)
The act of repeating over and again (or an instance thereof)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reiteration11Example Sentences
"In some languages, reduplication is used to indicate plurals or intensify the meaning of a word."
"The reduplication of the word 'boo-boo' is a way to refer to a small injury."
"The reduplication of 'night-night' is commonly used to say goodbye or indicate it's time to sleep."
"In traditional grammar, reduplication is considered a form of affixation."
"Some scholars argue that reduplication has a semantic function in indicating repeated actions or qualities."
Word Game Points
Is REDUPLICATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reduplication is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REDUPLICATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is REDUPLICATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reduplication is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREDUPLICATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is REDUPLICATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reduplication is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREDUPLICATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
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