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Prefixation

noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The adding of a prefix to a word.
  2. 2
    The state or condition of being prefixed.
  3. 3
    formation of a word by means of a prefix wordnet
  4. 4
    Initial treatment of tissue with a fixative, as a preliminary to the application of another fixative or to the use of a different treatment.

Etymology

Etymology 1

First attested in 1889; formed as prefix + -ation.

Etymology 2

First attested in 1921; formed as pre- + fixation.

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