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Dependent clause   /dɪpˈɛndənt klɔz/   Listen
Dependent clause

noun
1.
A clause in a complex sentence that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and that functions within the sentence as a noun or adjective or adverb.  Synonym: subordinate clause.






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Words linked to "Dependent clause" :   complex sentence, restrictive clause, descriptive clause, clause, nonrestrictive clause, subordinate clause



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