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prepositional object

 

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Noun prepositional object has 1 sense
  1. prepositional object, object of a preposition - the object governed by a preposition
    --1 is a kind of object

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Prepositional Object

Definition:

A prepositional object refers to the noun or noun phrase that follows a preposition and completes its meaning in a sentence.

Senses:

  1. A noun or noun phrase that functions as the object of a preposition.

Usages:

  1. Popular usage: In sentence construction, a prepositional object typically provides more context or locates the action, event, or state described by the verb. For example:
    • "She was waiting by the door." (Prepositional object: "the door")
  2. Local usage: In some local dialects or regional variations, specific prepositions may be used uniquely or influenced by the local language or culture. For example:
    • "Come with me to the market." (Prepositional object: "me")

Sample Sentences:

1. The cat jumped over the fence. (Prepositional object: "the fence")
2. The book is on the table. (Prepositional object: "the table")
3. They celebrated his achievement with a party. (Prepositional object: "a party")
4. She always carries her keys in her purse. (Prepositional object: "her purse")

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