sentential relative clause

sentential relative clause (relativsetning med (en større del av) en setning som korrelat): a type of non-restrictive relative clause with the matrix clause as its antecedent. It is analysed as a disjunct, since it represents a comment on the fact/action expressed by the matrix clause. The relative pronoun used in a sentential relative clause is always which. E.g. He has written all these poems, which is interesting. (=It is interesting that he has written all these poems.) She is applying for a new job, which may be an advantage. (=It may be an advantage that she is applying for a new job.)