clause

  1. Noun.  (rfc-sense) (grammar, informal) A group of two or more words which include a subject and any necessary predicate (the predicate also includes a verb, conjunction, or a preposition) to begin the clause; however, this clause is not considered a sentence for colloquial purposes.
  2. Noun.  (grammar) A verb along with its subject and their modifiers. If a clause provides a complete thought on its own, then it is an independent (superordinate) clause; otherwise, it is (subordinate)dependent.
  3. Noun.  (legal) A separate part of a contract, a will or another legal document.
  4. Verb.  (transitive, shipping) To amend (a bill of lading or similar document).

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