 A version of a noun that refers to a small version of something. Such diminutives are formed by adding a Prefix:
Minibus microskirt
Or a Suffix:
Notelet Kitchenette duckling
 A version of a noun that indicates familiarity or fondness, formed by adding a suffix:
Aussie sweetie footer champers
 A short form of a personal name:
Timothy – Tim Katherine – Kath/Kate/Katy .
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