"infinitive of purpose" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: infinitives of purpose [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun|infinitives of purpose}} infinitive of purpose (plural infinitives of purpose)
  1. (grammar) The use of the "to" infinitive form of a verb in answer to the implied question "why?". Categories (topical): Grammar
    Sense id: en-infinitive_of_purpose-en-noun-p44rvDpc Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: grammar, human-sciences, linguistics, sciences

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