ORTHOEPIC

Etymology

Adjective

orthoepic (comparative more orthoepic, superlative most orthoepic)

Of or relating to orthoepy in its various senses

synonym of phonological: concerning the study of pronunciation.

Correctly or accurately pronounced.

Synonyms

• orthoepical

Anagrams

• chirotope

Source: Wiktionary


Or`tho*ëp"ic, Or`tho*ëp"ic*al, a.

Definition: Of or pertaining to orthoëpy, or correct pronunciation.

– Or`tho*ëp"ic*al*ly, adv.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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