Meaning of dative of purpose | Babel Free
Definitions
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The dative case in its use to indicate purpose. Classical
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A specific use of the dative case in this way. Classical, countable, uncommon
Examples
“The dative of purpose is rare in this type of writing.”
“This poem is filled with datives of purpose.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.