English word origin

Etymology of -u-

From Latin -u-.

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Source etymology 1

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interfix

A linking vowel inserted between two morphemes, to ease pronunciation, without contributing to the meaning.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

From Latin -u-.

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Borrowed-form mention-u-la

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Source etymology 2

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infix

a monoclonal antibody derived from a human source.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

From the initial vowel of human.

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