Basic Definition of a conjunction- Words that link words, phrases, or clauses. Conjunctions join single words, groups of words, and must always join similar elements.
What is linked?
and = noun phrase + noun phrase
but = sentence + sentence
or = verb+ verb
so = sentence + sentence
These various conjunctions are classified according to their use in regard to time, cause and effect, opposition, or condition.
Correlative conjunctions are always used in pairs. They join similar elements.
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