transitive

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈtrænzɪtɪv/

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Adjective

Positive transitive

Comparative more transitive

Superlative most transitive

1. If something is transitive, it makes a transit or passage.
2. (grammar) A transitive verb is an action verb that expresses something that can be done.
   • Antonym: intransitive

   We really enjoyed the trip.

   She read the book.