Meaning of the word consonant in English

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consonant

US /ˈkɑːn.sə.nənt/

UK /ˈkɑːn.sə.nənt/

a speech sound which is produced by a partial or complete obstruction of the airflow from the lungs through the mouth or nose

Example:

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The letter 'B' represents a consonant sound.

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English has more consonant sounds than vowel sounds.

Synonym:

stop fricative affricate nasal liquid glide

Synonym:

vowel

in agreement or harmony with

Example:

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His actions were consonant with his stated beliefs.

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The new policy is consonant with the company's values.

Synonym:

consistent harmonious compatible accordant agreeable

Synonym:

dissonant inconsistent

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