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What is the word formation process used for the word raunchy?
What is the word formation process used for the word raunchy?
- clipping
- coinage (correct)
- borrowing
- morphological misanalysis
Which of the following best describes the formation of the word raunchy?
Which of the following best describes the formation of the word raunchy?
- A new term crafted without any prior model (correct)
- A shortened form of a longer word
- A word derived from another language
- A word created by altering an existing term
Which option does not accurately represent a potential word formation process for raunchy?
Which option does not accurately represent a potential word formation process for raunchy?
- borrowing
- morphological misanalysis
- clipping
- compound formation (correct)
In linguistic terms, which process is least likely to be involved in the creation of the word raunchy?
In linguistic terms, which process is least likely to be involved in the creation of the word raunchy?
If raunchy is considered a coined term, it implies which of the following?
If raunchy is considered a coined term, it implies which of the following?
Flashcards
Morphological Misanalysis
Morphological Misanalysis
A word formation process where a word's origin or meaning is misinterpreted, leading to a new word.
Borrowing
Borrowing
The process of adopting a word from another language.
Clipping
Clipping
A word formation process where a word is shortened, often by removing syllables or letters.
Coinage
Coinage
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Borrowing
Borrowing
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Study Notes
Word Formation Process for "Raunchy"
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The word "raunchy" is not formed through any of the listed processes.
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Option A, morphological misanalysis, describes when a word's structure is incorrectly analyzed. This isn't the case with "raunchy."
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Option B, borrowing, involves taking a word from another language. "Raunchy" is an English word and doesn't originate from another language.
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Option C, clipping, involves shortening a word. There's no obvious shorter form of "raunchy".
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Option D, coinage, refers to the creation of a new word. While "raunchy" is not a particularly ancient English word, it is not a newly created word.
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The origin of "raunchy" is complex and somewhat obscure but is thought to have evolved from the sense of "low," "improper," or "vulgar." The specific path of its semantic development is difficult to trace back through precise and consistent recordings.
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