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atonic
UK /eɪˈtɒnɪk/ US /eɪˈtɒnɪk/
adj 4noun 1
Definitions
adj
1
unstressed
2
not having tone (pitch)
Some syllables are distinguished by an absence of tone; they are said to be atonic or to have a neutral tone.
3
Lacking muscle tone.
4
Characterized by atony, or want of vital energy.
an atonic disease
noun
1
A sound with lack of tone or vocality.
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