Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Clause.
How to pronounce clause:
US
Clause - as a noun
(grammar) an expression including a subject and predicate functioning as a part of a complex sentence
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
construction16expression19grammatical constructionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A separate section of a legal document (as a statute or contract or will)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
article9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
section9subdivision17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Clause - as a verb
(shipping) to amend (a bill of lading or similar document).
Example Sentences
"The independent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence."
"The dependent clause relies on the independent clause to form a complete sentence."
"The noun clause functions as the subject of the sentence."
"The relative clause provides additional information about the noun."
"The main clause expresses the central idea of the sentence."
Word Game Points
Is CLAUSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, clause is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CLAUSE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is CLAUSE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, clause is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCLAUSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is CLAUSE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, clause is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCLAUSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
