Definition of possessives

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  • possessives is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 16
  • possessives is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 16
  • possessives is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of possessives

  • the case expressing ownership (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. genitive
    2. genitive case
    3. possessive case
  • serving to express or indicate possession (adjective)

    Examples

    1. possessive pronouns

    Synonyms

    1. genitive
  • desirous of owning (adjective)

    Examples

    1. small children are so possessive they will not let others play with their toys
  • having or showing a desire to control or dominate (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a possessive parent

See definition of possessives in Merriam Webster