epithesis

Definitions

1. The addition of a letter or sound at the end of a word, without changing its meaning.
   countable, uncountable
2. The surgical correction of deformity or of crooked limbs.
   countable, uncountable
3. A splint or other appliance to be worn.
   countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Some linguists distinguish between epenthesis, addition within a word, and epithesis, addition at the end⟳.”

CEFR level