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Aphonic

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Unable to produce sounds or speech; voiceless.

Usage:

• After his surgery, John was temporarily aphonic and communicated through written notes.
• Some individuals with selective mutism may experience aphonic periods when they are unable to speak in certain situations.

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Sense 2: Pertaining to a geographical area or dialect that is not widely known or understood by others; local.

Usage:

• The village has a distinct aphonic dialect, making it difficult for outsiders to understand the locals.
• The aphonic traditions and customs of the indigenous tribe have been preserved for centuries.

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