What does lenition mean?
The process of softening or weakening the pronunciation of a consonant, especially in the Irish language. In linguistics, the process of changing a consonant to a more lenis or soft sound.
Example
"The Irish language has undergone significant lenition over the centuries, with many consonants becoming softer and more pronounced."
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