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hypochoristic

hypochoristic is the alternative form of hypocoristic.

Meaning of hypocoristic

Adjective

hypocoristic (comparative more hypocoristic, superlative most hypocoristic)

  1. Relating to a nickname, usually indicating intimacy with the person.
  2. Relating to baby talk.

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Questions about hypochoristic

What is hypochoristic the alternative form of?
Hypochoristic is the alternative form of hypocoristic.

Words near hypochoristic in the dictionary

  1. hypochondry
  2. hypochord
  3. hypochordal
  4. hypochords
  5. hypochorism
  6. hypochoristic
  7. hypochristian
  8. hypochristians
  9. hypochromasia
  10. hypochromatic
  11. hypochromatism

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