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functor

functor

9.9
A word that shows the relationship between other words, like 'the' or 'and'
  • noun
  • /ˈfʌŋktər/
  • Specialized
translation icon : palabra funcional
  • In English, words like 'the' and 'and' are considered functors because they show relationships between other words.

Examples

  • Prepositions such as 'in' and 'on' are examples of functor words in grammar.

  • A functor does not carry much meaning by itself but is essential for sentence structure.

  • A functor is essential in understanding grammar.

  • In English, a functor can be a conjunction.

  • In English, words like 'the' and 'and' are considered functors because they show relationships between other words.

  • A functor does not carry much meaning by itself but is essential for sentence structure.

  • Prepositions such as 'in' and 'on' are examples of functor words in grammar.

Synonyms

function word
vsfunctor
  • Specialized
1.0

A word that shows the grammar of a sentence, like and or the

is the same category but gives examples like articles and pronouns
connective
vsfunctor
  • Specialized
3.6

A word that links words, phrases, or sentences

is broader, covering words that show grammatical relationships, not only linking

Antonyms

content word
  • Specialized
4.4

A word that gives the main meaning in a sentence, like a noun or verb

Surface Forms

functor singular
functors plural

Etymology

Functor in grammar comes from function and refers to words that 'do a job' in a sentence, like 'the' or 'and', rather than carry full meaning. So a grammatical functor is a small word that shows relationships between other words.