morphemics

[ mawr-fee-miks ]

/ mɔrˈfi mɪks /

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noun (used with a singular verb)Linguistics.

the study of the classification, description, and functions of morphemes; morphology.

the manner by which morphemes combine to form words.

QUIZ

QUIZ YOURSELF ON "IS" VS. "ARE"

"Is" it time for a new quiz? "Are" you ready? Then prove your excellent skills on using "is" vs. "are."

Question 1 of 7

IS and ARE are both forms of which verb?

Origin of morphemics

First recorded in 1945–50; see origin at morpheme, -ics