Phrase guide

final clause

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A dependent adverbial clause expressing purpose.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: grammar, human-sciences, linguistics, sciences

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Synonyms: purpose clause

Antonyms: none provided

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6 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Danish: formålssætning — type of dependent clause
  • Finnish: finaalilause — type of dependent clause
  • German: Finalsatz — type of dependent clause
  • Irish: clásal aidhme — type of dependent clause
  • Italian: proposizione finale — type of dependent clause
  • Spanish: oración final — type of dependent clause