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noun phrase
 

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Noun noun phrase has 1 sense
  1. noun phrase - a phrase that can function as the subject or object of a verb
    --1 is a kind of     phrase

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Noun Phrase

A noun phrase is a group of words centered around a noun, which includes modifiers, determiners, and other words that provide additional information about the noun.

Example sentences:

  1. The huge bear was spotted near the campsite. (modifying adjective)
  2. Her favorite book is on the top shelf. (possessive adjective)
  3. The beautiful butterfly fluttered by. (attributive adjective)

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