English Explanatory Dictionary

protosyllable

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A vocalization in speech that is the precursor to a syllable.
  2. A rhythmic precursor to a syllable in birdsong.

Word forms

protosyllable protosyllables

Etymology

From proto- + syllable.

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