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appellative in German

appellative in German is appellativ — appellative means (grammar) Relating to a common noun, one used for a general class of thing rather than a single name.

appellative in German

appellativ
adj
(grammar) Of or pertaining to an appellative noun or common noun.

What does "appellative" mean?

  1. adj (grammar) Relating to a common noun, one used for a general class of thing rather than a single name.
  2. adj Relating to the giving of names.
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What is "appellative" in German?
"appellative" in German is appellativ. appellative means: (grammar) Relating to a common noun, one used for a general class of thing rather than a single name.
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