Meaning Of The Word Apocope

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Apocope Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Apocope?

apocope in American English
the cutting off or dropping of the last sound or sounds of a word (Ex.: mos' for most)
noun: loss or omission of the last letter, syllable, or part of a word

apocope in British English
noun: omission of the final sound or sounds of a word

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