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Synonyms
Etymology
1. gerund
noun. a noun formed from a verb (such as the `-ing' form of an English verb when used as a noun).
Synonyms
- deverbal noun
Etymology
- gerundium (Latin)
- gerundus (Latin)
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Sentences with gerund
1. Noun, singular or mass
Studying can be fun is an example of a sentence with a gerund (studying) as the subject.
2. Adjective
The sentence "Jumping is good for your heart" uses the gerund form of "jump" as the subject of the sentence.