non-restrictive relative clause

English

Examples
His sister Mary, who has been married five times, was left a considerable fortune. The washing machine has broken down, which isn't good news.

Noun

non-restrictive relative clause (plural non-restrictive relative clauses)

1. (grammar) A relative clause, usually set off by a comma or commas, that provides additional information about the person or thing referred to, or about a statement that has been made, as opposed to information that is essential to specifying or identifying who or what is meant.

   Synonyms: non-defining relative clause, supplementary relative clause

   Antonyms: defining relative clause, restrictive relative clause, integrated relative clause

   Hypernyms: supplement; relative clause < subordinate clause < clause