Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

prewartime

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: pre-wartime
IPA

17

Scrabble Score

10

Letters

2

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

adj

Prior to wartime; prewar.

Example Sentences

"Couples often find it impossible to reestablish their prewartime relationship. During the veteran's absence, wives often become more independent and more assertive as heads of household."

Etymology

From pre- + wartime.

Word Breakdown

Prefix: pre

Questions

What does prewartime mean?: Prior to wartime; prewar.
Where does prewartime come from?: From pre- + wartime.

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