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The word ‘selfie’ is an example of which word formation process?

ABlending

BAffixation

CCoinage

DClipping

Answer:

C. Coinage

Read Explanation:

  • The word "selfie" is considered an example of coinage in word formation, as it is a completely new word invented and not derived from existing words; essentially, it was "created from scratch.". 

  • Coinage definition:

    In linguistics, coinage refers to the creation of a brand new word, often appearing seemingly out of nowhere, without relying on other word formation processes like adding prefixes or suffixes. 


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