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)
anadiplosisThe 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)
Example 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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