frequentative

 
Pronunciation: /frɪˈkwɛntətɪv/
Grammar

adjective

  • (of a verb or verbal form) expressing frequent repetition or intensity of action.

noun

  • a frequentative verb or verbal form (for example chatter in English).

Origin:

mid 16th century: from French fréquentatif, -ive or Latin frequentativus, from frequens, frequent- 'crowded, frequent'