Servile

noun

/ˈsɜː(ɹ).ˌvaɪl/

Word Frequency: 0.9

Definitions

1.noun(grammar) An element which forms no part of the original root.

2.nounA slave; a menial.

3.adjectiveOf or pertaining to a slave.

4.adjectiveSubmissive or slavish.

"servile flattery; servile obedience"

5.adjective(grammar) Not belonging to the original root.

"a servile letter"

6.adjective(grammar) Not sounded, but serving to lengthen the preceding vowel, like the e in tune.

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