Non-prevocalic
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /nɒnˌpɹiːvəʊˈkælɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Non-prevocalic is an adjective meaning (linguistics) (Of a phoneme) occurring before a consonant or pause but not occurring before a vowel, as in rhotic dialects.
Meaning
(linguistics) (Of a phoneme) occurring before a consonant or pause but not occurring before a vowel, as in rhotic dialects.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nonvocalic, nonconsonantal, nondiphthongal, nonaspirated, nonrhotic, nonphonological.
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