scamping speech

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scamp·ing speech

a form of lalling in which consonants or syllables that are difficult to pronounce are omitted.
Synonym(s): clipped speech
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scamping speech

Speech characterized by omission of consonants or syllables when the person is unable to pronounce them. Synonym: clipped speech
See also: speech
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