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possessive

The correct spelling is possessive.

How to pronounce possessive

noun

IPA: /pəˈzɛsɪv/

Say it like: Pos-ses-siv-e

The correct spelling is possessive. (grammar) The possessive case. For example: "He is very possessive of his car."

Usage Examples

He is very possessive of his car.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.(grammar) The possessive case.
  2. 2.(grammar) A word used to indicate the possessive case.

adjective

  1. 1.Of or pertaining to ownership or possession.
  2. 2.(grammar) Indicating ownership, possession, origin, etc.
  3. 3.Unwilling to yield possession of.

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