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Definition:
Possessive Noun = names something or someone who has or owns something.
Examples:
Make the singular possessive form of a regular singular noun by adding an apostrophe (‘)
and -s to the end of the noun (‘s)
-cat’s tail!
!
- dog’s paw! !
- child’s toy! !
- house’s window
Make the plural possessive form of a regular plural noun ending in -s by adding only an
apostrophe (‘) after the -s (-s’)
-cats’ tails!
!
- dogs’ paws!!
- trees‘ branches!
!
- teachers’ classrooms
Make the plural possessive form of an irregular plural by adding an apostrophe (‘) and -s (-‘s)
- children’s toys!
!
- geese’s wing!
!
- men’s shirt! !
- women’s purse
Definition and Examples taken from #Lang-22 Language Lab Homework Connections Workbook * 2012 Super Duper Publications * www.superduperinc.com *
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