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Meaning Of Substantive
a.
Betokening or expressing existence; as, the
substantive verb, that is, the verb to be.
a.
Depending on itself; independent.
a.
Enduring; solid; firm; substantial.
a.
Pertaining to, or constituting, the essential part or
principles; as, the law substantive.
n.
A noun or name; the part of speech which designates
something that exists, or some object of thought, either material or
immaterial; as, the words man, horse, city, goodness, excellence, are
substantives.