What is a gerund, and how does it function in a sentence? (1 point)
O A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a verb in a sentence.
O A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a noun in a sentence.
O A gerund is a noun that functions as the subject of a sentence.
O A gerund is a noun that functions as the direct object receiving the action in a sentence

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Answer:

A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that functions as a noun in a sentence.

Explanation:

....and as a noun, it can play the role of a subject or as an object (just as "regular" nouns do.)

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Smoking is hazardous to one's health.

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I enjoy playing soccer at the park.