Protoform
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Protoform is a noun meaning Synonym of urform (“basic or original form”).
Meaning
Synonym of urform (“basic or original form”).
More Meanings
- (linguistics) A hypothetical form of a word, reconstructed from derived words.
Word Forms
- protoforms
Synonyms for protoform
Depending on context, synonyms include urform.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include foreform, prototype, preformant, preform, proforma, proto-matter.
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