Meaning of the word "principal parts" in English

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principal parts

US /ˈprɪnsɪpəl pɑːrts/
UK /ˈprɪnsɪpəl pɑːrts/
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Noun

1.

the forms of a verb from which all other forms can be derived, typically the infinitive, past tense, and past participle

Example:
The principal parts of 'sing' are 'sing,' 'sang,' and 'sung.'
Understanding the principal parts helps in conjugating verbs correctly.
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