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gerundive

Syllabification: (ger·un·dive)
Pronunciation: /jəˈrəndiv/

Definition of gerundive

noun

Grammar
  • (in Latin) a form that is derived from a verb but that functions as an adjective, denoting something “that should or must be done.”.

Origin:

Middle English (in the sense 'gerund'): from late Latin gerundivus (modus) 'gerundive (mood)', from gerundium (see gerund)

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