What does locative mean?
Locative means (grammar) Indicating place, or the place where, or wherein..
Locative
/ˈlɒk.ə.tɪv/ · adjective
Meaning
(grammar) Indicating place, or the place where, or wherein..
Definitions by Sense
- (grammar) Indicating place, or the place where, or wherein.
- (grammar) The locative case.
Example Sentences
a locative adjective
the locative case of a noun
Brian: Ah. Ah, dative, sir! Ahh! No, not dative! Not the dative, sir! No! Ah! Oh, the… accusative! Accusative! Ah! Domum, sir! Ad domum! Ah! Oooh! Ah! Centurion: Except that domus takes the…? Brian: The locative, sir! Centurion: Which is…?!
Synonyms for locative
Antonyms for locative
Related Words
Word Forms
- locatives
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for locative?
Common synonyms include locative case.
What is the opposite of locative?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use locative in a sentence?
a locative adjective
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