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Lisping

Definition:

Lisping refers to a speech defect or mannerism characterized by the inability to pronounce the sounds represented by the letters 's' and 'z' distinctly or accurately.

Senses:

1. Speech Disorder: A speech defect where the person has difficulty pronouncing 's' and 'z' sounds.
2. Mannerism: A habitual way of speaking where the person deliberately or unintentionally substitutes 'th' for 's' or 'z' sounds.

Examples:

Speech Disorder:

1. Despite his lisping, he was an incredible public speaker.
2. She sought professional help to overcome her lisping issue.

Mannerism:

1. He spoke with a slight lisping that added a unique charm to his character.
2. The lisping in her voice made it difficult for others to understand her at times.

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