apposition

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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noun a grammatical relation between a word and a noun phrase that follows
noun (biology) growth in the thickness of a cell wall by the deposit of successive layers of material
noun the act of positioning close together (or side by side)

From Middle English apposicioun, from Middle French apposition, from Latin appositiō, past participle of appōnere (“to put near”).

[2] For 'láðan cynnes' (2355), t.B. suggests 'láðan cynne,' apposition to 'mægum.' — Beowulf: An Anglo-Saxon Epic Poem, Unknown
Apposition may be used, so as to convert two sentences into one. — How to Write Clearly: Rules and Exercises on English Composition, Edwin Abbott Abbott
One word is in apposition to another when it is placed near to it, by way of explanation. — Orthography : $b as outlined in the state course of study for Illinois : seventh and eighth years, Elmer W. (Elmer Warren) Cavins

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