What is a gerund phrase?

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What is a gerund phrase?

A gerund phrase is a group of words that includes a gerund (a verb form ending in -ing that functions as a noun) and any modifiers or complements associated with it. It acts as a single unit and can function as a subject, object, or complement in a sentence. Gerund phrases often begin with a gerund and are followed by other words that complete the phrase. For example, in the sentence "Running a marathon is a great accomplishment," the gerund phrase is "Running a marathon," where "running" is the gerund and "a marathon" is the object of the gerund.