obviative
Pronunciation: /ˈɒbvi.ətɪv/
The English word “obviative” has 2 meanings listed here.
noun
- A grammatical marker that distinguishes a relatively non-salient referent in a given context from a relatively salient (proximate) one.
adjective
- Relating to such a referent or grammatical marker.
Etymology
From French obviatif. By surface analysis, obviate + -ive.
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