afformative
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/əˈfɔːrmətɪv/
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/əˈfɔːmətɪv/
relating to an affix
Etymology
Etymology Information
'afformative' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'afformativus,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'formare' meant 'to form.'
Historical Evolution
'afformativus' transformed into the French word 'afformatif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'afformative.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to form or shape,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to an affix.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or serving as an affix that forms a word or modifies its meaning.
The suffix '-ed' in 'walked' is an afformative element.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 03:21