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ostensive
[ o-sten-siv ]
ostensive
/ ɒˈstɛnsɪv /
adjective
- obviously or manifestly demonstrative
- a less common word for ostensible
- philosophy (of a definition) given by demonstrative means, esp by pointing
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Derived Forms
- osˈtensively, adverb
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Other Words From
- os·tensive·ly adverb
- nonos·tensive adjective
- nonos·tensive·ly adverb
- unos·tensive adjective
- unos·tensive·ly adverb
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Word History and Origins
Origin of ostensive1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of ostensive1
C17: from Late Latin ostentīvus, from Latin ostendere to show; see ostensible
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Example Sentences
Associated words: ostensive, ostensible, exhibiting, expository.
From Project Gutenberg
Explain the meaning of "ostensive" and "indirect" Reduction.
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It serves mainly to provide the regime with ostensive evidence of its power and technological progress.
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