elision

elision Definition

eli·sion (ē liz̸h′ən, i-)

noun

the omission, assimilation, or slurring over of a vowel, syllable, etc. in pronunciation: often used in poetry to preserve meter, as when a word ends with a vowel before another word beginning with a vowel (Ex.: “th' inevitable hour”)
any act or instance of leaving out or omitting a part or parts

Etymology: L elisio, a striking out (in LL, elision) < pp. of elidere: see elide

elision Usage Examples

Preposition: of

question: Prepare to point out omissions from what is being said, or elisions of key questions.

Converse of object

Adjective modifier

Australian: Featured Richard Barrett - transmission Hard-edged showpieces written for crack Australian ensemble ELISION read more.

Noun used with modifier

ensemble: Featured Richard Barrett - transmission Hard-edged showpieces written for crack Australian ensemble ELISION read more.

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