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Intransitivise

Description:

The term "intransitivise" is a verb used in linguistics to describe the process of changing a transitive verb into an intransitive verb. When you intransitivise a verb, you remove the direct object from the sentence, making it no longer require an object to complete its meaning.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Intransitivise (verb) - To convert a transitive verb into an intransitive verb.

Example sentence: By removing the direct object, she intransitivised the verb "eat," changing it to "dine."

Additional Information:

Intransitivising a verb can change the dynamics of a sentence by eliminating the need for an object. This alteration can result in a more concise expression or a different emphasis on the subject or action of the verb.