What is the meaning of dissimilation?

noun

  • A linguistic process by which one of two similar sounds in a word becomes less like the other.
    • usage: "the Old French MARBRE became the English MARBLE by dissimilation"
  • Breakdown in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones together with release of energy.
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