Combinator

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑmˈbɪnˈɑtɔɹ/

Combinator (noun)

  1. A tool or system that joins parts of words or phrases to form new ones.
  2. In programming, a function that creates or combines other functions to build new behaviour.
  3. A substance used to join or link other substances in a chemical process.

Examples

  • A combinator helps build new words from smaller parts.
  • The combinator connects roots and endings to form words.