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Hypocoristic

Hypˊo-co-ris′tic

,
Adj.
[Gr. [GREEK]; [GREEK] under + [GREEK] to caress.]
Endearing; diminutive;
as, the
hypocoristic
form of a name
.
The
hypocoristic
or pet form of William.
Dr. Murray.

Definition 2024


hypocoristic

hypocoristic

English

Adjective

hypocoristic (comparative more hypocoristic, superlative most hypocoristic)

  1. Relating to a nickname, usually indicating intimacy with the person.
  2. Relating to baby talk.

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Noun

hypocoristic (plural hypocoristics)

  1. A nickname, especially one indicating intimacy and formed through a shortening of the original name.

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