locative
/ˈlɒkətɪv/
Meanings
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Noun or Adjective
A word or phrase that describes the location or place of something.
- "The locative word 'above' describes the position of an object in relation to others."
- "The sun rises in the locative 'east' and sets in the 'west'."
Variants
List of all variants of locative that leads to same resultlocative , locatives
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Latin word 'locare' meaning 'to place' or 'to occupy'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The word 'locative' is often used in linguistics and geography.
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In some languages, the locative case is marked by a suffix or prefix, while in others it is not marked at all.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Topographic: Relating to the representation of physical features on the earth or on other planets.
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Geographic: Relating to the earth or any part of it, especially for mapmaking or description of its features.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, the locative is often used to set the scene and establish the location of a story. In art, it can be used to describe the location of a painting or sculpture.
How to Memorize "locative"
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visualize
- Imagine a map or a globe and visualize the different locative words and their meanings in relation to the physical world.
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associate
- Associate the locative word 'above' with the image of something being placed or located above something else.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Locate in Space' to remember the meaning of the locative word.
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