raising

[ rey-zing ]

noun

, Linguistics.

1. a rule of transformational grammar that shifts the subject or object of an embedded clause into the subject or object position of the main clause, as in the derivation of The suspect appears to be innocent from It appears that the suspect is innocent.

raising

/ ˈreɪzɪŋ /

noun

1. transformational grammar a rule that moves a constituent from an embedded clause into the main clause See also subject-raising negative-raising

Other Words From

• self-raising adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of raising¹

raise + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

In practice, the effects of raising the minimum wage on inflation and on unemployment are complex and hotly debated.

From Los Angeles Times

But now, scientists are raising the alarm about its future.

From Science Daily

He led a group of seven consultants who spent months raising concerns Letby was deliberately harming babies.

From BBC

The participants universally agreed that raising their families on a farm was a uniquely challenging but rewarding experience, and they wouldn't change that.

From Science Daily

Since 1984, APR has allowed land used for crops or raising animals, as well as farm buildings, cottages and houses, to be exempt from inheritance tax.

From BBC

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