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Sechelt statives

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  27 June 2016

Ronald C. Beaumont*
Affiliation:
University of British Columbia

Extract

The derivational system of Sechelt (Coast Salish) includes stative formations serving a variety of functions, one of which is the indication of possession in certain constructions. A sampling of stative forms is offered here, along with observations on their derivation. The purpose of this study is to propose, on the basis of such a survey, a generalized conceptual definition of the stative aspect in Sechelt and to suggest reasons for certain restrictions in the use of statives in possessive structures.

Type
Research Article
Copyright
Copyright © Canadian Linguistic Association 1973

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