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Meaning of pied-piping | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

A phenomenon of syntax whereby a focused expression takes an entire encompassing phrase with it when it is "moved".

uncountable

CEFR level

C1

Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

See also

piedfort piedish Piedmont Piedmont blues Piedmontese piedmontite