approximant

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• (US) IPA: /əˈprɑksɪmənt/

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approximant (plural approximants)

1. (phonetics) a consonant sound made by slightly narrowing the vocal tract, while still allowing a smooth flow of air. Liquids and glides are approximants.

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• liquid
• glide
• consonant