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Definition of Epithesis
1. n. The addition of a letter at the end of a word, without changing its sense; as, numb for num, whilst for whiles.
Definition of Epithesis
1. Noun. (linguistics) The addition of a letter or sound at the end of a word, without changing its meaning, as in "numb" for "num" or "whilst" for "whiles". ¹
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Medical Definition of Epithesis
1. 1. Orthopedic correction of a deformed extremity. 2. A splint or other apparatus applied to an extremity. Origin: epi-+ G. Tithemi, to place (05 Mar 2000)
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