obviative

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A grammatical marker that distinguishes a relatively non-salient referent in a given context from a relatively salient (proximate) one.
adj
  1. Relating to such a referent or grammatical marker.

Pronunciation

/ˈɒbvi.ətɪv/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-obviative.wav

Word forms

obviative obviatives more obviative most obviative

Etymology

From French obviatif. By surface analysis, obviate + -ive.

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