denominative
/dɪˈnɑmɪnətɪv/
adjective
- Relating to or derived from a noun, especially in grammar (e.g., a verb formed from a noun).
- The verb 'to bottle' is a denominative word because it comes from the noun 'bottle'.
- In many languages, denominative verbs are very common.
- The linguist gave examples of denominative adjectives like 'wooden' from 'wood'.
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