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Dangling Modifier
Dangling Modifiers
n.
Pronunciation
/ˈdæŋgəlɪŋ ˈmɑdəˌfaɪər/
Acronym
Definition
An adjective used to modify a category label, attribute label, or data value that creates an ambiguous phrase.
Hanging modifiers are improper grammar making it unclear what the adjective applies to. An example would be "Heavy Duty Screw Drivers and Hammers", it is unclear if "Heavy Duty" applies to just screw drivers or both hammers and screw drivers.
Category
Hierarchy, Schema
Related Terms
Implied Modifiers, Vauge Modifiers
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