Ejectively

/ɪˈdʒɛktɪvli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that ejects or forces something out; in an ejective way.

Etymology

From ejective plus -ly (Old English suffix forming adverbs). Transforms the adjective into an adverb describing how an action occurs.

Kelly Says

This adverb is rarely used in everyday speech, but linguists use it when describing how certain consonants are pronounced with that sharp, explosive release of air.

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