(grammar) A word that substitutes for words, phrases, clauses, or sentences, whose meaning is recoverable in context.

plural of pro-form

Behaviour which is contrary to social expectations, which is inappropriate or rude.

The basic form of a word used as a dictionary entry (of any part of speech, but especially of a verb).

Of recent origin.

Alternative spelling of mid-season form

(linguistics) a unit of language that can only be used as part of a word, not as a word on its own (such as the English suffix -ly).

(idiomatic) A return to a former state of success or brilliance.

(idiomatic) To go back to a better, original state.

plural of printing form