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Parenthetic Definition & Meaning

parenthetic
adjective
  1. qualifying or explaining; placed or as if placed in parentheses; "parenthetical remarks"

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Frequently asked questions

What does parenthetic mean?
qualifying or explaining; placed or as if placed in parentheses; "parenthetical remarks"
What part of speech is parenthetic?
Parenthetic is an adjective.

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