Q.

Which of the following is NOT a use of a definite article?

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a

'The' is used when a noun represents a particular class. 

b

'The' is used with superlatives.

c

'The' is used before the names of objects which are only one of their kind. 

d

'The' is used when we talk about a particular thing.

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

When the reader is aware of the precise identity of the noun, as in the following cases, use the definite article before any noun (singular, plural, countable, or noncount). When a specific noun has already been specified, use the article "the. When an adjective, phrase, or clause characterising the noun explains or limits its identity, use the article "the. When a noun refers to something or someone special, use the article the. 'The' is a superlative prefix. When a noun refers to an entire class, "the" is used; hence option B is not a use of a definite article.

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