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servile

/ˈsɜː(ɹ).ˌvaɪl/
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noun

  • (grammar) An element which forms no part of the original root.
  • A slave; a menial.

adjective

  • Of or pertaining to a slave.
  • Submissive or slavish.

    "servile flattery; servile obedience"

  • (grammar) Not belonging to the original root.

    "a servile letter"

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

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