About The Word Hypocoristic

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Hypocoristic

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What's The Definition Of Hypocoristic?Synonyms | Synonyms for Hypocoristic: Related Terms | Find terms related to Hypocoristic: See Also | Hypocoristic In Webster's Dictionary \Hyp`o*co*ris"tic\, a. [Gr. ?; ? under + ? to
caress.]
Endearing; diminutive; as, the hypocoristic form of a name.
The hypocoristic or pet form of William. --Dr. Murray.
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