linguistic
Use Linguistic in a sentence
tɪk
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linguistic (lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪk) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —adj | |
| 1. | of or relating to language |
| 2. | of or relating to linguistics |
| lin'guistically | |
| —adv | |
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Linguistic
is always a great word to know.
So is doohickey. Does it mean:
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
| a gadget; dingus; thingumbob. |
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Word Origin & History
linguistic
1856; see linguist. The use of linguistic to mean "of or pertaining to language or languages" is "hardly justifiable etymologically," according to OED, but "has arisen because lingual suggests irrelevant associations." Related: linguistically.
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Example sentences
Early studies of linguistic ability in apes concluded it was virtually non-existent.
And linguistic capacities in babies are shaped by the environment they grow up in.
He is obviously well-practiced at this sort of scholarly and linguistic malpractice.
Watch as he details efforts to sustain, value and revitalize linguistic diversity worldwide.
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