Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alternative-form-of
noun
/ˌɔːl.təˈn.eɪ.tɪv fɔːrm əv/
Definition
A term used to indicate a different grammatical or lexical form of a word.
Examples
- “The alternative-form-of ‘run’ includes ‘ran’ and ‘running.'”
- “In linguistics, understanding the alternative-forms-of words can aid in better comprehension of text.”
Meaning
This phrase refers to variations of a word that may be used in different contexts, such as tense changes or derivations.
Synonyms
- version
- variation
- form
