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prepositional object vs object

object vs prepositional object

prepositional object and object both are nouns.

prepositional object is not a verb while object is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
prepositional object Yes No No No
object Yes No Yes No
As nouns, object is a hypernym of prepositional object; that is, object is a word with a broader meaning than prepositional object:
  • prepositional object: the object governed by a preposition
  • object: (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon
prepositional object (noun) object (noun)
the object governed by a preposition a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
the focus of cognitions or feelings
(computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer
(grammar) a constituent that is acted upon
prepositional object (verb) object (verb)
express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent
be averse to or express disapproval of
Difference between prepositional object and object

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