essive

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Synonyms: essie

Antonyms: essie

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Adjective

1. {{lb|en|grammar}} Of, or relating to the [[grammatical case]] that in some [[language]]s indicates [[existence]] in a [[state]] or [[capacity]].
2. {{lb|en|grammar|Indo-European linguistics}} Designating being in a state as opposed to entering into a state.
3. {{lb|en|rare}} Indicating a temporary state of being.

Noun

1. {{lb|en|grammar}} the [[essive case]], or a word in that case.

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