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Definition of Past tense
1. Noun. A verb tense that expresses actions or states in the past.
Definition of Past tense
1. Noun. (grammar) '''Past tense''' is the form of language used to refer to an event, transaction, or occurrence that did happen or has happened, or an object that existed, at a point in time before now. Compare with present tense, which refers to an event, transaction or occurrence which is happening now (or at the present time), or an object that currently exists; or with future tense, which refers to an event, transaction or occurrence that has not yet happened, is expected to happen in the future, or might never happen. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Past Tense
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