Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
atok
Noun
/ˈɑː.tɒk/
Definition
A type of morpheme used in certain languages, primarily in linguistic morphology.
Examples
- The ‘atok’ in the word ‘walking’ is ‘walk’.
- Identifying the ‘atok’ helps in understanding the structure of the word.
- In some languages, ‘atok’ plays a crucial role in word formation.
Meaning
In linguistic terms, an ‘atok’ is a basic unit of meaning that can stand alone or combine with other morphemes to form a word.
Synonyms
- morpheme
- unit of meaning
- lexical item
