1. of, relating to, or functioning as a clause in grammar
Usage: linguistics, grammar

Examples

• The sentence contains two clausal structures joined by a conjunction.
• In linguistics, clausal analysis helps identify the main and subordinate parts of complex sentences.
• The clausal modifier provides additional information about the noun.
• Teachers often use clausal diagrams to help students understand sentence construction.
• The clausal relationship between the two phrases determines their grammatical function.