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Manipulation [agentive]
The words in this frame describe the manipulation of an Entity by an Agent. Generally, this implies that the Entity is not deeply or permanently physically affected, nor is it overall moved from one place to another.
Ian squeezed Mara's hand.
A number of lexemes listed in this frame also occur in the Cause_motion frame (for example, push, yank). Only the non-motion uses of these words belong in this frame, e.g., combinations such as push at, push on, yank at.
Ian squeezed Mara's hand.
A number of lexemes listed in this frame also occur in the Cause_motion frame (for example, push, yank). Only the non-motion uses of these words belong in this frame, e.g., combinations such as push at, push on, yank at.
Properties
- ID
- #17
- Entry
- frm_manipulation
- Namespace
- Eventive.Agentive
- FrameNet version
- Manipulation (fn_1.7_2023)
- Domains
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- Types
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- Ontological type
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- English name
- Manipulation
Core Frame Elements (3)
| Frame element | Definition | Semantic type | Constraint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agent |
The Agent manipulates an object. Agent typically refers to animate beings, but is also extended to mechanical and other inanimate objects. Agent is most frequently expressed as the external argument of verbs:
A robot arm grasps the box on the conveyor belt and seals it. |
category
sentient
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— |
| Bodypart_of_agent |
The part of the Agent's body being used to manipulate the Entity may also be expressed. While the default is for an Agent to use his/her hands, other body parts may be specified. This frame element usually occurs as a PP-complement.
Kim grasped the needle between finger and thumb. |
category
body_part
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| Entity |
The Entity being manipulated often occurs as the direct object of verbs:
Squeeze the ball as many times as you can. Pat squeezed Jo's hand. |
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FE Core Set(s) and Excludes
CoreSet
Agent
Bodypart_of_agent
Peripheral Frame Elements (7)
| Frame element | Definition | Semantic type | Constraint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration |
This FE identifies the Duration of the manipulation.
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category
duration
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— |
| Instrument |
An entity directed by the Agent that interacts with the Entity to accomplish the action indicated by the target.
Smithers nudged the insect with a paper towel. |
category
physical_entity
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— |
| Manner |
The Manner of performing an action.
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category
manner
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— |
| Means |
An action by the Agent to accomplish the desired manipulation.
Martin clutched it by pulling a rope attached to a pully which tightened the belt to the PVC |
category
state_of_affairs
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— |
| Place |
The spatial setting in which the manipulation takes place.
In the hallway he managed to grabthe monarch by the ankles |
category
locative_relation
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— |
| Purpose |
The Agent's purpose in performing the manipulation.
The President grabbed hold of the handle of the helicopter to avoid being blown away|Purp. |
category
state_of_affairs
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— |
| Time |
When the manipulation takes place
I seized the letter before he did. |
category
time
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Extra-thematic Frame Elements (5)
| Frame element | Definition | Semantic type | Constraint |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depictive |
This FE identifies a depictive phrase describing the Agent or Bodypart_of_agent that holds throughout the action.
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| Explanation |
A state of affairs leading to the manipulation.
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category
state_of_affairs
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— |
| Locus |
The Agent's manipulation of an Entity may be further specified as being localized to some part of the Entity, a Locus. The Locus is usually expressed as a PP Complement.
Pat squeezed Jo by the hand. |
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| Particular_iteration |
Expressions marked with this extra-thematic FE modify a non-iterative use of the target, and indicate that it is conceived as embedded within an iterated series of similar events or states.
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| Result |
This FE identifies the Result of manipulation.
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Frame-Frame Relations (7)
Inheritance
See_also
Using
Lexical Units (39)
| LU | Type | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| caress.n | — | COD: a gentle or loving touch. |
| caress.v | — | COD: touch or stroke gently or lovingly. |
| clasp.v | — | COD: grasp tightly with one's hand. |
| claw.v | — | COD: try desperately to move something with the hands. |
| clutch.v | — | FN: grasp and hold tightly |
| diddle.v | — | FN: to manipulate with the finger, usually irregularly |
| finger.v | — | COD: touch or feel with the fingers. |
| fumble.v | — | COD: use the hands clumsily while doing or handling something |
| grab hold.v | — | COD: grasp |
| grab.v | — | COD: seize suddenly and roughly. |
| grasp.v | — | COD: seize and hold firmly. |
| grip.v | — | COD: take and keep a firm hold of; grasp tightly. |
| grope.v | — | COD: feel or fondle (someone) for sexual pleasure, especially against their will. |
| handle.v | — | FN: hold (esp. said of merchandise). |
| hold.v | — | FN: to grasp, especially with one's hands or arms |
| kiss.n | — | FN: Touch or caress with the lips as a sign of love, care, or greeting |
| kiss.v | — | COD: touch or caress with the lips as a sign of love, affection, or greeting. |
| knead.v | — | FN: work (something) with the hands |
| lick.v | — | COD: pass the tongue over (something), typically in order to taste, moisten, or clean it. |
| massage.v | — | FN: rub (muscles or joints) with the hands so as to relieve tension or pain. |
| nip.v | — | COD: pinch, squeeze, or bite sharp |
| nudge.v | — | FN: to poke or prod |
| paw.v | — | COD: feel or scrape with a paw or hoof. |
| pinch.v | — | COD: grip (the flesh) tightly and sharply between finger and thumb. |
| poke.v | — | FN: touch somewhat forcefully with the end of a relatively long, thin object. |
| pull.n | — | COD: an act of pulling something. |
| pull.v | — | FN: to exert force on something towards oneself |
| push.v | — | FN: exert force on something away from oneself |
| rub.v | — | COD: apply firm pressure against the surface of, using a repeated back and forth motion |
| seize.v | — | COD: take hold of suddenly and forcibly. |
| squeeze.v | — | COD: firmly press from opposite or all sides, typically with the fingers. |
| stroke.n | — | COD: move one's hand with gentle pressure over (a surface). |
| stroke.v | — | COD: move one's hand with gentle pressure over (a surface). |
| tickle.v | — | FN: touch lightly, often causing uncontrollable laughter and other reactions |
| touch.v | — | COD: bring one's hand or another part of one's body into contact with. |
| tug.v | — | FN: to pull on something hard and suddenly |
| tweak.v | — | COD: twist or pull with a small but sharp movement. |
| wring.v | — | COD: squeeze (someone's hand) tightly. |
| yank.v | — | FN: to tug on something causing it to move |
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