1. of, relating to, or having the nature of a gerund
Usage: grammar term; formal/technical

Examples

• The gerundial form 'running' functions as a noun in the sentence 'Running is good exercise.'
• In grammar class, we studied gerundial constructions and their uses in English.
• The phrase 'by studying hard' contains a gerundial expression that modifies the main clause.
• Teachers often explain gerundial usage when introducing students to verbal nouns.
• The gerundial aspect of the word 'singing' allows it to act as a subject or object.