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Branch

Definition

In tree structures, a branch is a line connecting two pieces of the tree (Carnie, 2006, p. 119).

Examples

Example from the Secwepemctsín Context of Branches in a Tree Structure Highlighted in Green (Lai, 1998, p. 34)

References

Carnie, A. (2006). Syntax: A generative introduction. John Wiley & Sons.

Lai, I. S. (1998). The grammar and acquisition of Secwepemctsín independent pronouns. [Master’s thesis, The University of British Columbia].

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