'Parataxis' definitions:

Definition of 'Parataxis'

From: GCIDE
  • Parataxis \Par`a*tax"is\, n. [NL., fr. Gr. ? a placing beside, fr. ? to place beside.] (Gram.) The mere ranging of propositions one after another, without indicating their connection or interdependence; -- opposed to syntax. --Brande & C. [1913 Webster]