(linguistics) The evolution towards monosyllabicity; monosyllabification.

Characterised or marked by biting / (by extension) Causing emotional sting; disappointing; unsatisfactory / Having a bite to it; piquant.

To speak glibly and rapidly, as does an auctioneer or a sports commentator. / (intransitive, obsolete) To repeat the Lord's Prayer. / (intransitive, obsolete) To pray.

To apply scotchtape.