sentential

sentential
sentential sen*ten"tial, a. 1. Comprising sentences; as, a sentential translation. --Abp. Newcome. [1913 Webster]

2. Of or pertaining to a sentence, or full period; as, a sentential pause. [1913 Webster]


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