Qualifier ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Qualifier ( noun )

1. A word, phrase, or clause that limits or modifies the meaning of another word or phrase.
2. A person or thing that meets the necessary qualifications or conditions for a particular purpose.

Origin:

From the verb qualify + -er.

Examples:

1. The adjective "some" is a qualifier in the phrase "some books".
2. The qualifier for the competition was held last week.
3. He added a few qualifiers to his statement to clarify his meaning.
4. The qualifier was based on a test of knowledge.
5. The qualifier for the tournament was a grueling three-day event.

(As a verb)

Qualifier ( verb )

1. To limit or modify the meaning of a word or phrase.
2. To meet the necessary qualifications or conditions for a particular purpose.

Origin:

From the noun qualifier.

Examples:

1. He qualified his statement with a few exceptions.
2. She qualified for the final round of the competition.
3. He qualified his statement by saying it was only his opinion.
4. She qualified for the Olympics by breaking the national record.
5. The team qualified for the world cup by winning the match.