Iotize
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈaɪətaɪz/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Iotize is a verb meaning (linguistics) To precede a spoken vowel sound with a "y" sound, as the u in "pure" and "cute".
Meaning
(linguistics) To precede a spoken vowel sound with a "y" sound, as the u in "pure" and "cute".
Word Forms
- iotizes
- iotizing
- iotized
- iotise
Synonyms for iotize
Depending on context, synonyms include iotate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include echoize, pharyngealize, yield, yowl, yabble, glottalize.
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