Question

Select the correct definition of the term constituent.

a.
A sentence that contains more than one clause.

b.
A word or group of words that function as a single unit within a sentence.

c.
A group of words that functions as the main verb of sentence.

d.
Words that are dependent on each other for their meaning

Answer 1

The correct definition of the term "constituent" is:

**b. A word or group of words that function as a single unit within a sentence.**