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out of use predicate

 

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Out of Use Predicate

Definition:

An out of use predicate refers to a grammatical term used in linguistics that indicates a verb or verb phrase that is no longer actively used or is considered archaic. It is a concept commonly discussed in the field of syntax and language analysis.

Senses:

Sense 1:

In the field of linguistics, an out of use predicate is a verb or verb phrase that has fallen out of general use or is no longer commonly spoken. It refers to words or phrases that are considered obsolete or archaic in the modern language.

Example sentence: "The old manuscripts contain numerous out of use predicates that are no longer part of the contemporary English language."

Sense 2:

An out of use predicate can also refer to a verb or verb phrase that is no longer applicable or relevant in a specific context or situation.

Example sentence: "In the modern era of technology, the concept of sending telegrams has become an out of use predicate."

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