Prefixation
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Prefixation is a noun meaning (linguistics) The adding of a prefix to a word.
Meaning
(linguistics) The adding of a prefix to a word.
More Meanings
- (anatomy, of a nerve) The state or condition of being prefixed.
- (biology, cytology) Initial treatment of tissue with a fixative, as a preliminary to the application of another fixative or to the use of a different treatment.
Word Forms
- prefixations
Synonyms for prefixation
Depending on context, synonyms include prefixion.
Antonyms for prefixation
Common opposites include suffixation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include parelcon, apposition, paragoge, protraction, pronominalization, proclisis.
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