pied-piping

English

Etymology

Coined by American linguist John R. Ross in reference to the Pied Piper of Hamelin, mythical figure who lured rats (and children) by playing his flute.

Noun

pied-piping (uncountable)

  1. (linguistics) A phenomenon of syntax whereby a focused expression takes an entire encompassing phrase with it when it is "moved".
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