| Front | cohesive device |
|---|---|
| Back | A word or phrase used to link parts of a text so that the reader finds it clear to understand. Typical cohesive devices are pronouns (to refer to earlier nouns without repeating them); prepositions, conjunctions, and adverbs (to show contrast, addition, ordering, etc.); and ellipsis (to avoid stating words which the reader expects). See also connective. For instance: My friend loves sailing, but he’s often too busy [ellipsis of to do this]. Apart from this, he also enjoys swimming, while I prefer to stay in and read. |
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