INFIX

Infix

An infix is an affix inserted inside a word stem . It contrasts with adfix, a rare term for an affix attached to the end of a stem, such as a prefix or suffix.

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infix

Noun

  1. A morpheme inserted inside an existing word, such as and in English. This adds additional meaning or alters the meaning of the morpheme it is inserted into.

Verb

  1. To set; to fasten or fix by piercing or thrusting in.
    to infix a sting, spear, or dart
  2. To instill.
  3. To insert a morpheme inside an existing word.


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