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me·tath·e·sis
 metathesis
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- pronunciation:
- m
tae
th
sihs
- features:
- Word Parts
part of speech: |
noun |
inflections: |
metatheses |
definition: |
the accidental or intentional interchange of letters, syllables, or sounds within one word or among words.
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derivations: |
metathetic (adj.), metathetical (adj.) |
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