clause
/klɔz/
noun
- A group of words that contains a subject and a verb, forming part of a sentence or a whole sentence.
- In the sentence 'She smiled because she was happy,' there are two clauses.
- The teacher asked us to identify the main clause in each sentence.
- A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.
- A particular section or part of a legal document, contract, or formal agreement.
- The lawyer added a confidentiality clause to the agreement.
- We need to read the fine print, especially the clause about cancellation fees.
- The contract includes a clause that protects the buyer's rights.