Meaning

Characterized by having a small number, greater than two, of (usually equivalent) components..

Definitions by Sense

1. Characterized by having a small number, greater than two, of (usually equivalent) components.
2. (grammar) Pertaining to a language form referring to a few or a couple of something (typically three to around ten), e.g. a small group of people.
3. (linguistics) Expressing a relatively small quantity or degree.
4. (grammar) A language form referring to a few of something (three to around ten), as a small group of people; contrast singular, dual, trial, and plural.

Example Sentences

first-person paucal

paucal number

paucal and plural pronouns

But too much can occur in the negative with a paucal meaning when there is no explicit or implicit infinitival complement: I didn't enjoy it too much is simply an informal alterant of I didn't enjoy it very much.

Antonyms for paucal

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When Should You Use Paucal?

Use paucal when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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