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vocative case

noun
USVAH-kuh-tiv kays/ˈvɑkətɪv ˌkeɪs/UKVOK-uh-tiv kays/ˈvɒkətɪv ˌkeɪs/

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1 meaning of vocative case

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    nouncountable
    In grammar, the form a noun takes when you speak directly to that person or thing.

    In Latin, you put a name in the vocative case when you call to someone.

    Polish children use the vocative case when they shout "Mamo!" to their mother.

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