Certain speech defect Crossword Clue

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This time we bring you information about the crossword clue Certain speech defect that was published at Universal crossword puzzle page.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The crossword clue "Certain speech defect" leads us to the answer "LISP." Here's why this clue corresponds to the answer provided:

• LISP: The speech defect known as a lisp involves difficulty pronouncing the sounds of certain letters or words, often characterized by the inability to correctly articulate the 's' and 'z' sounds. This condition leads to a distinct speech pattern that is easily recognizable.
• Speech Defect: A lisp is a specific type of speech defect that affects the clarity of one's speech. People with a lisp may substitute certain sounds or distort their pronunciation, which sets their speech apart from those without the defect.
• Clue Relevance: In the context of a crossword puzzle clue, "Certain speech defect" effectively hints at the answer "LISP" due to the direct association between the specified speech issue and the corresponding word that represents it.

Therefore, the answer "LISP" aligns perfectly with the given clue "Certain speech defect" based on the distinct characteristics and common understanding of this speech impediment.

Definition of "Lisp"

a speech defect in which s is pronounced like th in thick and z is pronounced like th in this

Example :

he spoke with a slight lisp

she spoke softly, lisping slightly

 The Crossword clue "Certain speech defect" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Universal	26 December 2018	LISP