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English
Etymology
From development + -ation; the ostensible verb form *developmentate is not found.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /dɪˌvɛləp.mənˈteɪʃən/
Noun
developmentation (uncountable)
- (proscribed, chiefly US and humorous) Development.
Usage notes
Similarly to the entry for irregardless, this is a nonstandard form of development and should generally never be used in formal settings or written. Compare orientate.
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