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split infinitive
ˌsplit inˈfinitive noun [C] SPECIALIZED
► F0 a phrase in which an adverb or other word is put between "to" and an infinitive. Some people consider split infinitives to be bad grammar, but they are becoming more acceptable: » 'To quickly decide' is an example of a split infinitive.Thesaurus+: ↑Grammatical terms |