Genitive Definition & Meaning
genitive
- adjective
- serving to express or indicate possession; "possessive pronouns"; "the genitive endings"
- noun
- the case expressing ownership
"Genitive" in song lyrics
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"adnominal genitive"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with genitive
Usage tips for "genitive"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does genitive mean?
- serving to express or indicate possession; "possessive pronouns"; "the genitive endings" the case expressing ownership
- What part of speech is genitive?
- Genitive is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does genitive have?
- Genitive has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).