1. relating to or consisting of a phrase or phrases
Usage: linguistics
2. describing a verb that combines with a preposition or adverb to create a new meaning
Usage: grammar

Examples

• The teacher explained the difference between phrasal and single-word verbs.
• Students often struggle with phrasal verbs like ‘give up’ and ‘look after’.
• The phrasal construction ‘break down’ has multiple meanings.
• She studied the phrasal patterns in English grammar.
• Phrasal verbs are common in everyday English conversation.
• The dictionary includes many phrasal verb entries.