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in·fin·i·tive
 infinitive
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- pronunciation:
- ihn
fI
nih
tihv
- features:
- Word Parts
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definition: |
the simple form of a verb that has no subject and does not show past, present or future tense. It is usually formed by the word "to" followed by the base form of a verb. In the sentence, "I want to leave now," "to leave" is an infinitive.
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