What is a conjunctive verb?

Definition
	A conjunctive verb is a verb form which is used specifically in a conjoined clause.

Discussion
	A conjunctive verb has a verb form which differs from that of the clause to which it is conjoined.

Generic
	A conjunctive verb is a kind of
	What is a verb? (Linguistics)

Source
	Bybee 1985 187

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Concept module: conjunctive verb
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