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- US Pronunciation
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- [dahy-uh-stem]
- /ˈdaɪ əˌstɛm/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [dahy-uh-stem]
- /ˈdaɪ əˌstɛm/
Definition of diastemic word
- noun diastemic a minor hiatus in an orderly succession of sedimentary rocks. 1
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Origin of diastemic
First appearance:
before 1850 One of the 32% newest English words
1850-55; < Greek diástēma interval; see diastema
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Parts of speech for Diastemic
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diastemic popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 59% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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