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Area of Science:

  • Linguistics
  • Morphology
  • Lexicography

Background:

  • Current linguistic terminology for minimal forms is often unclear or abstract.
  • Existing terms like 'morpheme' have multiple meanings, causing confusion.
  • A need exists for a precise term for minimal linguistic units.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose the term 'morph' for minimal linguistic forms.
  • To provide a clear and consistent basis for defining related linguistic concepts.
  • To resolve terminological ambiguities in morphology and related fields.

Main Methods:

  • Terminological analysis and proposal.
  • Comparative analysis of existing linguistic terms.
  • Demonstration of the utility of the proposed term 'morph'.

Main Results:

  • The term 'morph' is proposed as a precise designation for minimal linguistic forms.
  • 'Morph' can serve as a foundational term for defining 'root,' 'prefix,' and 'suffix.'
  • The proposed term facilitates clearer definitions of suppletion and morph variants, addressing 'allomorphy' confusion.

Conclusions:

  • Adopting 'morph' enhances clarity and consistency in linguistic terminology.
  • The proposed term offers a robust framework for morphological analysis.
  • This terminological refinement benefits linguists across various subfields.