英语词汇学-conversion-backformation-clipping复习.pptVIP

Clipping截短构词法 The definition of clipping: This process by which parts of a word have been cut off is called clipping.Clipping occurs when a word of more than one syllable is reduced to a shorter form,often in casual speech. * Clipping Clipping may be divide into four main types: A.Back clippings B.Front clippings C.Front and back clippings(not a common type of clipping) D.Phrase clippings * A.Back clippings: ad =advertisement amp=ampere;amplifier auto=automobile champ=champion dorm=dormitory vet=veterinary /surgeon;veteran The deletion may occurs at end of the word * L/O/G/O 精选 精选