Meaning of the word apposition in English
What does apposition mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
apposition
US /ˌæp.əˈzɪʃ.ən/
UK /ˌæp.əˈzɪʃ.ən/
Noun
1.
the positioning of things side by side or in close proximity
Example:
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The artist used apposition of bright and dark colors to create contrast.
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The apposition of the two buildings highlighted their architectural differences.
2.
a grammatical construction in which a noun or noun phrase is placed with another to elaborate on or identify it
Example:
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In the sentence 'My brother, a talented musician, won the award,' 'a talented musician' is an example of apposition.
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Understanding apposition is crucial for analyzing complex sentence structures.
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