Agent (definition)

As a thematic relation, an agent is the doer of some action. In Sam made banana bread, Sam is the agent.

See Also

• Thematic Relation (definition)

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References

• Carnie, A. (2013) Syntax: A Generative Introduction. 3rd Edition. Wiley Blackwell.