What's the difference between epenthesis and tmesis?

Epenthesis


Definition:

  • (n.) The insertion of a letter or a sound in the body of a word; as, the b in "nimble" from AS. n/mol.

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Tmesis


Definition:

  • (n.) The separation of the parts of a compound word by the intervention of one or more words; as, in what place soever, for whatsoever place.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) A case of traumatic hemisomato-tmesis is presented.

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