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Meaning of linking element | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

An element of morphological analysis, usually carrying no meaning, used to connect words or stems to form compounds.

Equivalents

Deutsch Fugenelement

Examples

“Many compounds require a linking element or interfix between the parts. Common interfixes are -s, -es, -n, -en, -e.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

linking number linking r linking verb linking vowel Linkinhorne Linklater