Meaning & use
subordinators
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words, especially subordinating conjunctions, that introduce a dependent clause and link it to a main clause
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Words like 'because,' 'although,' and 'if' are common subordinators in English grammar.
The colonial administrators acted as subordinators, placing local leaders under their control.
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A key term in linguistics for words such as 'because,' 'since,' and 'while' that create dependent clauses.
Words with a similar meaning
subordinating conjunctions
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