Causer As A Semantic Role
Definition:
Causer is the semantic role of the referent which instigates an event rather than actually doing it.
Discussion:
The causer is usually the surface subject of the verb in a sentence.
Examples:
(English)
Peter tripped John.
Source:
199–203
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