Debuccalization
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /diːˌbʌ.kə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Debuccalization is a noun meaning (phonology) A sound change in which a consonant loses its original place of articulation and becomes glottal [h] or [ʔ].
Meaning
(phonology) A sound change in which a consonant loses its original place of articulation and becomes glottal [h] or [ʔ].
Word Forms
- debuccalizations
- debuccalisation
Synonyms for debuccalization
Depending on context, synonyms include deoralization.
Antonyms for debuccalization
Common opposites include buccalization.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include buccalization, breaking, affrication, lambdacismus, labialization, betacism.
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