compound sentence
| Dictionary: compound sentence |
n.
A sentence of two or more coordinate independent clauses, often joined by a conjunction or conjunctions, as The problem was difficult, but I finally found the answer.
| Grammar Dictionary: compound sentence |
A sentence that contains at least two independent clauses, often joined by conjunctions: “Dr. Watson explained his theory, and Sherlock
| WordNet: compound sentence |
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The noun has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
a sentence composed of at least two coordinate independent clauses
| Wikipedia: Compound sentence |
A compound sentence is composed of at least two independent clauses. It does not require a dependent clause. The clauses are joined by a coordinating conjunction (with or without a comma), a correlative conjunction (with or without a comma), or a semicolon that functions as a conjunction. A conjunction can be used to make a compound sentence. The use of a comma to separate two short independent clauses in a sentence is accepted.
Example: My friend invited me to a tea party; my parents didn't let me go.
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Mathematics
In mathematical logic, a compound sentence is a mathematical sentence consisting of two sentences joined by a logical operator.
See also
References
- Rozakis, Laurie (2003). The Complete Idiot's Guide to Grammar and Style pp. 167–168. Alpha. ISBN 1-59257-115-8.
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