polysyllabic

English

/ˌpɒ.lɪ.sɪˈlæ.bɪk/, /ˌpɔ.lɪ.sɪˈlæ.bɪk/, /ˌpɑ.li.sɪˈlæ.bɪk/

adj
Definitions
  • (of a word) Having more than one syllable; having multiple or many syllables.
  • (of spoken or written language) Characterized by or consisting of words having numerous syllables.

Etymology

Prefix from English syllabic.

Origin

English

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