What is morphology?

Definition
	Morphology is the study of the internal structure of words.

Discussion

Morphology can be thought of as a system of adjustments in the shapes of words that contribute to adjustments in the way speakers intend their utterances to be interpreted.

Source:

Payne, T. 1997a 20–21

Context for this page:

Concept module: morphology
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