HYPOCORISTIC

Etymology

Adjective

hypocoristic (comparative more hypocoristic, superlative most hypocoristic)

Relating to a nickname, usually indicating intimacy with the person.

Relating to baby talk.

Noun

hypocoristic (plural hypocoristics)

A nickname, especially one indicating intimacy and formed through a shortening of the original name.

Source: Wiktionary

Hyp`o*co*ris"tic, a. Etym: [Gr.

Definition: Endearing; diminutive; as, the hypocoristic form of a name. The hypocoristic or pet form of William. Dr. Murray.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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