MODAL


Meaning of MODAL in English

(~s)

In grammar, a ~ or a ~ auxiliary is a word such as ‘can’ or ‘would’ which is used with a main verb to express ideas such as possibility, intention, or necessity. (TECHNICAL)

N-COUNT

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