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con·so·nant
 consonant
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- pronunciation:
- kan
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- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a sound in a language made by constricting or diverting the flow of air through the mouth using the tongue, teeth, lips, or other speech organs. The sounds represented by the letters "d," "k," "b," "s," and "m" are examples of consonants in English.
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| definition 2: |
any letter of an alphabet that is used to represent the sound of a consonant.
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| related words: |
articulation |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
in a language, having or representing the quality of a consonant.
The sounds /m/ and /f/ are consonant sounds.The letters "c" and "p" are consonant letters in English. |
| definition 2: |
in agreement, correspondence, or accord (usu. fol. by "with" or "to").
Our policies are consonant with the law.Such a move is not consonant to the rules of the game.- antonyms:
- dissonant, inconsonant
- similar words:
- compatible, consistent
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| definition 3: |
having corresponding sounds.
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| definition 4: |
harmonious in effect.
- antonyms:
- dissonant
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| related words: |
agreeable, compatible, fit, harmonious, round |
| derivation: |
consonantly (adv.) |
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