possessive
|pos-ses-sive|
B2
/pəˈzɛsɪv/
ownership
Etymology
Etymology Information
'possessive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'possessivus', where 'pos-' meant 'to have' and '-sessivus' meant 'to sit or settle'.
Historical Evolution
'possessivus' transformed into the Old French word 'possessif', and eventually became the modern English word 'possessive'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to have or hold', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'indicating ownership'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a grammatical case indicating ownership.
In English, the possessive is often formed by adding 's.
Synonyms
Adjective 1
indicating ownership or a desire to own.
He had a possessive attitude towards his belongings.
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