External Relative Clause
Definition:
An external relative clause is a relative clause whose head noun phrase is outside the relative clause.
Discussion:
This type of relative clause is a modifier of a separately stated head noun. It does not take the place of the head noun, as does an internal relative clause.
Examples:
(English)
In the following construction, the head noun phrase every student is outside the relative clause:
See Also:
Also Known As:
External-headed relative clause
Source:
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