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Phrasal

/ˈfɹeɪzəl/ · adjective

Meaning

Relating to, or used in the manner of, a phrase..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Relating to, or used in the manner of, a phrase.
  2. (grammar) Consisting of multiple words, but behaving as a single part of speech.
  3. (grammar) A grammatical construct that consists of multiple words, but behaves as a single part of speech.

Example Sentences

phrasal preposition
Furthermore, children demonstrated that they understood the mapping by elaborating phrasals to sententials, and reducing sententials to phrasals when imitating.

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What does phrasal mean?

Phrasal means Relating to, or used in the manner of, a phrase..

What is a synonym for phrasal?

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What is the opposite of phrasal?

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How do you use phrasal in a sentence?

phrasal preposition

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