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exˈcrescent

/ ɪkˈskrɛsənt /

adjective

  1. denoting, relating to, or resembling an abnormal outgrowth
  2. uselessly added; not essential; superfluous
  3. denoting or relating to a speech sound or letter inserted into a word without etymological justification, such as the b in nimble

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Derived Forms

  • exˈcrescently, adverb

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Word History and Origins

Origin of exˈcrescent1

C17: from Latin excrēscēns, from excrēscere, from crēscere to grow

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