indirect object
An 'indirect object' in grammar often indicates the recipient or beneficiary of an action performed by the subject on the direct object.
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Definition
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(technical)A noun, pronoun, or noun phrase that indicates the recipient or beneficiary of the direct object.
Example
- In the sentence 'She gave him a gift,' 'him' is the indirect object.
- They sent their friends invitations to the party.
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