"Seussification" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Seuss + -ification Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Seuss|ification}} Seuss + -ification Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Seussification (uncountable)
  1. (rare) The process of making or becoming like the works of Theodor Seuss, "Dr. Seuss" (1904–1991), American writer and cartoonist best known for his imaginative children's books, often written in rhyme. Tags: rare, uncountable

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