oxytone Meaning & Definition
/ˈɒksɪˌtəʊn/
What Does Oxytone Mean?
Oxytone is an adjective that means Having the stress on the last syllable. As a noun, it means A word with the stress on the last syllable.
Quick Facts About Oxytone
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɒksɪˌtəʊn/ |
| Plural | oxytones |
Oxytone Definition (Adjective)
- Having the stress on the last syllable.
Oxytone as a Noun
- A word with the stress on the last syllable.
Synonyms of Oxytone
The source does not list synonyms for this entry.
Oxytone synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
oxytone (not comparable)
oxytone (plural oxytones or oxytona)
Origin of Oxytone
Learned borrowing from Ancient Greek ὀξῠ́τονος (oxŭ́tonos).