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Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A minimal predicate structure that possesses arguments and predicates but no tense: small clauses usually occur within the context of full clauses and may act as the direct object of the verb.

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

small coal Small Computer Systems Interface small copper small craft small crumbweed small cubicuboctahedron

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