dative
adjective
\
Definition of dative
(Entry 1 of 2)
dative
nounDefinition of dative (Entry 2 of 2)
Keep scrolling for more
Keep scrolling for more
More Definitions for dative
dative
nounEnglish Language Learners Definition of dative
See the full definition for dative in the English Language Learners Dictionary
dative
adjective
\
Legal Definition of dative
in the civil law of Louisiana
Comments on dative
What made you want to look up dative? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Test Your Vocabulary
Original Meanings Quiz
-
- Which of the following is the earliest known sense of the word awe?
Test your knowledge - and maybe learn something along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZ
Test Your Knowledge - and learn some interesting things along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridgedWords at Play
Ask the Editors
Word Games
-
Original Meanings Quiz
A quiz for the pedantic and those annoyed by them!
Take the quiz -
A Green Quiz
How many questions can you answer about the word "green"?
Take the quiz -
True or False?
Test your knowledge - and maybe learn something along the way.
Take the quiz -
Bee Cubed
Listen to the words and spell through all three levels.
Play the game
Share dative
Resources for dative