Definitions

1. noun

A unit of language that carries meaning, such as a root word, prefix, or suffix, and is a building block of words.

“The study of morphemes is a key aspect of linguistics.”

2. noun

A minimal unit of language that cannot be broken down further, such as a single phoneme or a morpheme with no internal structure.

“In phonology, a morpheme can be a single phoneme or a sequence of phonemes.”

3. verb

To change or alter in form, especially to fit a particular context or situation.

“The company will morph its marketing strategy to target a younger audience.”