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Dissimilation - What does it mean?

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dissimilation

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • The act of dissimilating, of making dissimilar.
  • (phonology) A phenomenon whereby similar consonant or vowel sounds in a word become less similar, resulting in a form that is easier for the listener to perceive.

    • Antonyms

    * assimilation

    Not English

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