The term wife is comprised of a number of components,namely adult,female,and married.These are called _____ according to the componential theory of meaning.
A)defining features
B)prototypical features
C)characteristic features
D)deep structures

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According to the componential theory of meaning, words can be broken down into smaller components, including defining features that are necessary for the word to have meaning. In this case, the defining features of the word "wife" are adult, female, and married.

The Term Wife Is Comprised of a Number of Components,namely