determiner

Noun
  1. An argument that is conclusive (synset 106662312)
    is a type of: argument, statement - a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true
    same as: clincher, determining factor
  2. One of a limited class of noun modifiers that determine the referents of noun phrases (synset 106335468)
    is a type of: closed-class word, function word - a word that is uninflected and serves a grammatical function but has little identifiable meaning
    subtypes: article - (grammar) a determiner that may indicate the specificity of reference of a noun phrase
    same as: determinative
  3. A determining or causal element or factor (synset 105700384)
    "education is an important determinant of one's outlook on life"
    is a type of: cognitive factor - something immaterial (as a circumstance or influence) that contributes to producing a result
    subtypes:
    • clincher, decisive factor - a point or fact or remark that settles something conclusively
    • influence - a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do
    same as: causal factor, determinant, determinative, determining factor

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