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vocalic

/ˈvoʊkəlɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does vocalic mean?

adjective

Relating to or involving the vowels of a language, or having a quality of sound that is like a vowel. In phonetics, a vocalic sound is a sound that is made without obstructing the airflow in the mouth.

Example

"The vocalic quality of the singer's voice was a key element in her performance."

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