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GST 111 GST 111 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

When a word is long word is shortened to make it less awkward for speech, it is referred to as a.........
Options
A crimped
B chopped
C chipped
D clipped
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The process of shortening a long word without changing its meaning is called clipping (e.g., 'ad' from 'advertisement').

Hint

The term describes cutting off a part of the word.

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