subtonic

English

adj
Definitions
  • (phonetics) Of or pertaining to imperfectly articulated sounds or utterances that are inaudible or barely audible, as characterized by Dr. James Rush (Guide to Pronunciation, 1833).

Etymology

Prefix from English tonic.

Origin

English

tonic

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