Definitions

1. noun

A type of rare or obsolete word, especially one that sounds similar to a more common word.

“The linguist was fascinated by the obscure altininck and its possible connection to an archaic dialect.”

2. verb

To invent or coin a word that is similar to an existing word, often for humorous or creative purposes.

“He altinicked the word ‘flumplen’ to describe the feeling of eating too much candy.”