Definitions
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- suffix Used to form
nouns meaning a smaller form of something. - suffix Used to form nouns meaning the female equivalent of.
- suffix Used to form nouns meaning an
imitation orsubstitute of something.
Etymologies
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Examples
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Consider This: The “-ette” ending seems to give this name a youthful, almost flirty, vibe that may not be a plus.
5-Star Baby Name Advisor Bruce Lansky 2008
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Consider This: The “-ette” ending seems to give this name a youthful, almost flirty, vibe that may not be a plus.
5-Star Baby Name Advisor Bruce Lansky 2008
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Consider This: The image for Paulette seems as nerdy as Paula’s and as affectionate as Pauline’s, but the “-ette” suffix gives it a French air.
5-Star Baby Name Advisor Bruce Lansky 2008
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Consider This: The image for Paulette seems as nerdy as Paula’s and as affectionate as Pauline’s, but the “-ette” suffix gives it a French air.
5-Star Baby Name Advisor Bruce Lansky 2008
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