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Definitions from the WebTerm: Zero MorphDescription:A zero morph, in linguistics, refers to a phonological unit that carries no meaning on its own. It is a morpheme that has no independent existence and only serves a grammatical function within a word or a phrase. Senses and Usages:1. Grammatical Function:In morphology, a zero morph typically represents an underlying phonological form that is not pronounced. It can mark grammatical features such as tense, number, case, or gender. Example sentence: The English plural marker -s in "cats" is a zero morph since it is not pronounced individually. 2. Null or Empty Morpheme:A zero morph can also be an empty morpheme that occurs in a specific morphological context without contributing any meaning. Example sentence: The null morph in the phrase "She went to the store" represents the absence of any explicit tense marking. Related Products: | ||||
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