Tmesis(noun)
The separation of parts of a compound word by inserting another word in between, often for emphasis.
Hindi meaning:संयुक्त शब्द को बीच में किसी अन्य शब्द से तोड़ना
Synonyms: Interposition, Infixation, Word-splitting, Insertion
Antonyms: Combination, Union, Joining, Fusion
Example: In the phrase “abso-bloody-lutely,” the word “bloody” is inserted within “absolutely” — this is an example of tmesis.
Trick to remember: Jab ek word ko time se (tmesis) tod kar beech me koi aur daal dete hain, to voh tmesis hota hai.
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