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uncial
Language; General language
A majuscule script with rounded, separated letters that was used between the third and the eighth centuries CE by Latin and Greek scribes.
glide
Language; General language
Also called a semivowel, this is a sound that is similar to a vowel but that functions as a consonant. In other words, it functions as a syllable boundary rather than as the nucleus of a syllable, ...
ghost word
Language; General language
A word that exists (i.e. is a dictionary entry) because of either a misunderstanding or a copyist's error.
glottal catch
Language; General language
A speech sound that is made by closing the vocal cords and then releasing them.
glossary
Language; General language
An alphabetical list of glosses — i.e. unusual or obscure words that need explanation.
