subclausal

/ˌsʌbˈkloʊziəl, -ˈklɔːziəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or forming a clause within a larger clause

“The subclausal structure of the sentence made it difficult to understand.”

2. noun

A clause within a larger clause

“The subclausal elements of the sentence were analyzed by the linguist.”

Synonyms

  • embedded
  • subordinate

Antonyms

  • independent
  • main