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Gemination Definition & Meaning

gemination
noun
  1. the doubling of a word or phrase (as for rhetorical effect)
  2. the act of copying or making a duplicate (or duplicates) of something; "this kind of duplication is wasteful"

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Frequently asked questions

What does gemination mean?
the doubling of a word or phrase (as for rhetorical effect) the act of copying or making a duplicate (or duplicates) of something; "this kind of duplication is wasteful"
What part of speech is gemination?
Gemination is a noun.
How many definitions does gemination have?
Gemination has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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