Grammatication

/ˌɡræmətɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The process of making something grammatical or imposing grammar rules upon something; the act of becoming or being made grammatical.

Etymology

English formation from 'grammatic' or 'grammar' plus the suffix '-ation' (from Latin '-atio'), following the pattern of creating nouns that describe processes or actions.

Kelly Says

This word captures something linguists study closely: how languages become more 'standardized' and rule-bound over time, especially when writing systems develop and authorities start enforcing 'correct' speech!

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