Meaning of the word apostrophize in English
What does apostrophize mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
apostrophize
US /əˈpɑː.strə.faɪz/
UK /əˈpɒs.trə.faɪz/
Verb
1.
to address an exclamatory passage in a speech or poem to someone or something (often absent or personified)
Example:
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The poet began to apostrophize the moon in the final stanza.
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He stood on the stage to apostrophize the spirit of liberty.
2.
to punctuate a word with an apostrophe
Example:
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You need to apostrophize the word 'don't' correctly.
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The student forgot to apostrophize the possessive noun.
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