Preposition

As a Noun

1. A word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence.
2. A grammatical element that indicates direction, place, time, or manner.

As Other Form

• Prepositional (Adjective): Relating to or involving a preposition.

Word History

The word preposition comes from the Latin praepositio, meaning “a putting before,” from prae- (before) and positio (placement). It is named so because prepositions are usually placed before the noun or pronoun they relate to.

Examples

1. In the sentence “The book is on the table,” the word “on” is a preposition.
2. He walked through the park.
3. The keys are under the couch.

Synonyms

Connector, relation word, linking word

Related Words

Grammar, conjunction, phrase, syntax

Antonyms

(None, as prepositions are a distinct grammatical category.)