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ab-

[ˈa.bi]

prefix

LanguagePortuguese (Portugal)

Meaning
  1. ab- (expresses the idea of intensity, separation, opposition)
  2. ab-
  3. A prefix used to indicate intensity, separation, or opposition.
Examples

O prefixo ab- pode indicar uma separação.

The prefix ab- can indicate a separation.

Pronunciationˈa.bi

Part of speechprefix

Usage noteUsed primarily in scientific or formal contexts.

Status: Adapted from English Wiktionary — awaiting native speaker review

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