Converb
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkɒn.vɜːb/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Converb is a noun meaning (linguistics) A non-finite verb form that serves to express adverbial subordination.
Meaning
(linguistics) A non-finite verb form that serves to express adverbial subordination.
More Meanings
- (Yiddish linguistics) A verb with a stressed, separable prefix.
Word Forms
- converbs
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include converbialization, converbal, quasiconverb, quasi-converb, subconjunction, subordinator.
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