rhotacize

rhotacize
a) To pronounce with an exaggerated R sound (a rhotacism).
b) The change of a consonant to an R in certain circumstances.

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  • rhotacize — rhotacization, n. /roh teuh suyz /, v., rhotacized, rhotacizing. v.t. 1. to change (a sound) to an /r/; subject to rhotacism. 2. to pronounce (a vowel) with r color. v.i. 3. to undergo rhotacism. Also, esp. Brit., rhotacise. [1960 65; RHOTAC(ISM) …   Universalium

  • rhotacize — rho·ta·cize …   English syllables

  • rhotacize — ˌsīz intransitive verb ( ed/ ing/ s) Etymology: Middle Greek rhōtakizein : to undergo or produce rhotacism …   Useful english dictionary

  • rhotacism —   n. mispronunciation or overuse of sound r.    ♦ rhotacize, v.i.    ♦ rhotacistic, a …   Dictionary of difficult words

  • rhotacization — rhōtacizāˈtion or rhōtacisāˈtion noun • • • Main Entry: ↑rhotacize …   Useful english dictionary

  • rhotacisation — rhōtacizāˈtion or rhōtacisāˈtion noun • • • Main Entry: ↑rhotacize …   Useful english dictionary

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