Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
elide
verb
/ɪˈlaɪd/
Definition
To omit or leave out a sound or syllable in a word or phrase.
Examples
- In casual conversation, people often elide certain syllables for ease of speech.
- The poet chose to elide the last line of the stanza for dramatic effect.
Meaning
Elide means to suppress or omit a part of something, often in speech or writing.
Synonyms
- omit
- skip
- abbreviate
- cut
