result clause

noun

A subordinate clause that indicates the consequence or outcome of the action described in the main clause.

Meanings

nounresult clause (plural result clauses)

plural result clauses

  1. grammarA subordinate clause that indicates the consequence or outcome of the action described in the main clause.
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APA

result clause. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/result%20clause

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“result clause.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/result%20clause. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

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