Associations to the word «Participle»

Wiktionary

PARTICIPLE, noun. (grammar) A form of a verb that may function as an adjective or noun. English has two types of participles: the present participle and the past participle.

Dictionary definition

PARTICIPLE, noun. A non-finite form of the verb; in English it is used adjectivally and to form compound tenses.

Wise words

However many holy words you read, however many you speak, what good will they do you if you do not act upon them?
Dhammapada