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1. (n.) function word
a word, as a preposition, conjunction, or article, that chiefly expresses grammatical relationships and has little semantic content of its own

Etymology: (1935–40)

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1. (noun) function word, closed-class word
a word that is uninflected and serves a grammatical function but has little identifiable meaning

'function word' - Nearby Entries
function function call function word functioning fundamental fundamental frequency fundamental interaction

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