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servile

/ˈsɜː(ɹ).ˌvaɪl/ /ˈsəɹ.vəl/

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noun

(grammar) An element which forms no part of the original root.

Examples :

"In the word "unbreakable," the prefix "un-" is a servile, added to the root word "break" to change its meaning. "

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noun

A slave; a menial.

Examples :

"The new student was treated as a servile, doing all the menial tasks for the older students. "

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adjective

Of or pertaining to a slave.

Examples :

"The student's servile behavior toward the teacher made his classmates uncomfortable. "

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adjective

Submissive or slavish.

Examples :

"servile flattery; servile obedience"

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adjective

(grammar) Not belonging to the original root.

Examples :

"a servile letter"

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adjective

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

Examples :

"The word "alone" has a servile 'e' that lengthens the vowel sound in the first syllable. "

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