clause

noun
UK: /klɔːz/
US: /klɔːz/

  1. A group of words containing a subject and a verb that forms part of a sentence.

    1. The sentence has one main clause.
    2. The contract contains a clause about early termination that needs to be reviewed carefully.

  2. A particular article or statement in a legal document.

    1. Read the clause carefully before signing.
    2. There's a clause in my contract that allows me to leave early if I find another job.

Synonyms

provision stipulation term article

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "clause" in English means: A group of words containing a subject and a verb that forms part of a sentence., A particular article or statement in a legal document..

The phonetic transcription of "clause" is /klɔːz/ in British English and /klɔːz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "clause": provision, stipulation, term, article.

Example usage of "clause": "The sentence has one main clause.". More examples on the page.