Nominal
Nominal
A nominal is a word which differs grammatically from a noun but functions as one.
(English)
In the poor are many, the word poor is a nominal. It functions as a noun; however, it does not pluralize.
Page/s: 801
Source: Mish 1991
Mish, Frederick (editor). 1991.Webster's ninth new collegiate dictionary. Springfield, MA: Merriam-Webster. 1,564 pages. 0877795088; indexed 0877795096; deluxe 087779510X.
Page/s: 151
Source: Hartmann and Stork 1972
Hartmann, R.R.K., and F.C. Stork. 1972.Dictionary of language and linguistics. London: Applied Science.
Page/s: 242
Source: Crystal 1980
Crystal, David. 1980.A first dictionary of linguistics and phonetics. Boulder, CO: Westview.
Broader Terms
- BT↑ Substantive
Related terms
- RT⇆ Noun
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