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Wordabulary

clause

Pronunciation
Noun B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

A group of words that contains both a subject and a verb, and forms part or all of a sentence.

"'Because it was raining' is a clause that can't stand alone as a complete sentence."

Usage notes

In law, "clause" also means a specific section of a contract or document, a related but separate sense.

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "'Because it was raining' is a _____ that can't stand alone as a complete sentence."

Answer: clause

In your own words, what does "clause" mean?

A group of words that contains both a subject and a verb, and forms part or all of a sentence.

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