ENCLITICS
(noun)Definitions
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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."
Word Game Points
Is ENCLITICS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, enclitics is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordENCLITICS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is ENCLITICS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, enclitics is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordENCLITICS has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
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