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noun
Pronunciation of a consonant that is characterised by completely blocking the flow of air through the mouth.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
Topics: human-sciences, linguistics, phonetics, phonology, sciences
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
the terminal forced release of pressure built up during the occlusive phase of a stop consonant
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: explosion
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: release, tone ending
History
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Across languages
1 source translations are retained for this English entry.
