at and t cellular: Word of the Day: Elide

Saturday, December 16, 2023

Saturday, December 16, 2023

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Elide

verb

1. Omit (a sound or syllable) when speaking.

2. Join together; merge.

"This poet is known for his ability to elide letters and syllables for the sake of rhyme and rhythm."

"His accent means he tends to elide the final letters of many words."

"These concepts seem different, but they will elide in your mind when you study them more."

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Latin, mid-16th century

While "elide" comes from the Latin verb "elidere," which means "to strike or dash out," its modern usage has evolved. Now, eliding something joins together pieces that were previously separate. ...