paragoge (countable and uncountable, plural paragoges)
(grammar, prosody) The addition of a sound, syllable or letter to the end of a word, either through natural development or as a grammatical function.
• epenthesis
• prothesis
Source: Wiktionary
Par`a*go"ge, n. Etym: [L., fr. Gr.
1. (Gram.)
Definition: The addition of a letter or syllable to the end of a word, as withouten for without.
2. (Med.)
Definition: Coaptation. [Obs.] Dunglison.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
22 April 2025
(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”
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