possessive

/pʌzˈɛsɪv/

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Definitions

Adjective
serving to express or indicate possession; "possessive pronouns"; "the genitive endings"
Adjective Satellite
desirous of owning; "small children are so possessive they will not let others play with their toys"
Adjective Satellite
having or showing a desire to control or dominate; "a possessive parent"
Noun
the case expressing ownership

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