Linguistic Processes | MCQs
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A. None of these
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B. Clipping, Bleeding, Conversion, Compounding
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C. Conversion, Clipping, Compounding, Blending
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D. Compounding, Blending, Conversion, Clipping
Explanation
- Google (Conversion): Originally a noun, "Google" became a verb meaning "to search online."
- Ad (Clipping): Shortened from "advertisement."
- Toothpaste (Compounding): Formed by combining "tooth" and "paste."
- Brunch (Blending): A mix of "breakfast" and "lunch."
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A. None of these
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B. Language divergence
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C. Language contact
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D. Language convergence
Explanation
- Language divergence occurs when a single language splits into distinct dialects or new languages due to geographical or social separation.
- Over time, isolation leads to linguistic changes, making communication between the groups difficult or impossible.
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A. Corresponding
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B. Conversion and Clipping
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C. Blending
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D. All of these
Explanation
- Email is formed through clipping (from "electronic mail") and blending (combining parts of two words).
- It also undergoes conversion (used as both noun and verb) and corresponding linguistic changes in usage.
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