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Meaning of hypocoristic

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

hypocoristic

Pronunciation:/ˌhaɪpəkəˈɹɪstɪk/

noun

Definitions

  1. A nickname, especially one indicating intimacy and formed through a shortening of the original name.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Relating to a nickname, usually indicating intimacy with the person.

  2. Relating to baby talk.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/hypocoristic

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