Introduction

Abstract

[1] b a c k g r o u n d t o t h i s i s s u e : t h e c o p o 2 0 1 7 wo r k s h o p Coercion is the term used for a variety of phenomena whereby the interpretation of an expression seems to vary depending on another expression that it stands in a predication or modification relationship with. Some examples of coercion that are prominently discussed in the literature are given in the following sentences and contrasts, along with possible interpretations. a u t h o r c o n ta c t i n f o r m at i o n