Meaning Of The Word Parataxis

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Parataxis Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Parataxis?

parataxis in American English
the placing of related clauses, phrases, etc. in a series without the use of connecting words (Ex.: “I came, I saw, I conquered”)
noun: the placing together of sentences, clauses, or phrases without a conjunctive word or words, as I came—I saw—I conquered

parataxis in British English
noun: the juxtaposition of clauses in a sentence without the use of a conjunction, as for example None of my friends stayed — they all left early

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