genitive

🇺🇸 /ˈdʒenətɪv/ 🇬🇧 /ˈdʒenətɪv/
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noun
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A grammatical case that shows possession or a relationship between two things.

The genitive form of 'dog' is 'dog's' to show it belongs to someone.

adjective
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Relating to the genitive case in grammar.

The word 'dog's' is an example of a genitive adjective showing possession.

translation

n. A grammatical case that shows possession or a relationship between two things.
adj. Relating to the genitive case in grammar.