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Compound words

May 5, 2016 - pdf

English language has a rich vocabulary. The vocabulary of a language is enriched in different ways. Borrowing words from other languages is one of them.… Continue reading

Word formation in English

June 18, 2015 - pdf

The English language has a genius for the formation of expressive compound words. Common examples include sun-stroke, pick-pocket, elbow-room, land-lord, humming-bird etc. The two parts… Continue reading

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