Pronunciations (2)
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/ˌmasˈtɪk.eɪ.tər.i/
Pronunciation notes
- Received-Pronunciation
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/mæˈstɪk.əˌtɔr.i/
Pronunciation notes
- General-American
Noun
Something chewed, originally as a medicine, now typically for pleasure or to increase the flow of saliva.
- Examples
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Sneezing, masticatories, and nasals are generally received.
Adjective
Of, or relating to mastication.
Usage- not-comparable
Used for chewing.
Usage- not-comparable