What is a pro-adverb?

Definition
	A pro-adverb is a pro-form that substitutes for an adverb or other expression having an adverbial function.

Example (English)
	If you’ll look on the table, you’ll find the book there.

Source
	Schachter 1985 34

Concept module: pro-adverb
In overview module: Glossary (Linguistics): P
In modular book: Glossary of linguistic terms, by Eugene E. Loos (general editor), Susan Anderson (editor), Dwight H., Day, Jr. (editor), Paul C. Jordan (editor), and J. Douglas Wingate (editor)
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