nounsteis
Nounsteis is a theoretical category in linguistics describing a class of nominal units formed by attaching the suffix -steis to a base noun. In the systems that employ nounsteis, the resulting units can function as both the head of a noun phrase and as a modifying element within larger phrases, blending nominal and adjectival semantics in a single morpheme.
Etymology: The term nounsteis was coined in a 2020 study by linguists exploring nominal-adjectival interfaces. It
Morphology and syntax: The -steis suffix attaches to base nouns to form a unit that often appears
Usage and significance: Nounsteis is primarily discussed in theoretical and typological contexts and is not widely