degree of an item's eccentricity. vs degree of an item eccentricity.

Both phrases are similar in meaning, but the correct one is "degree of an item's eccentricity." The possessive form 'item's' is needed to show that the eccentricity belongs to the item. The phrase is not commonly used, but it is grammatically correct and can be used in technical or formal writing.

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degree of an item's eccentricity.

This phrase is correct and grammatically sound.

Use this phrase when referring to the extent of an item's eccentricity. The possessive form 'item's' is necessary to show ownership.

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...for the handing of an item to the dauphine is a guarded privilege.
It seems your daughter and Richard are something of an item.
Alteration of an item to conform to an applicable standard.
Similar considerations apply to transfers made on disposal of an item of property, plant or equipment.
The carrying amount of an item is determined in conjunction with other relevant standards.
Returns the index of an item with the given text.
Economists think about costs, of just in terms of an item's monetary value, but also the opportunity costs of a particular item... Blow a kiss
I've been eagerly awaiting the delivery of an item from London by way of New York.
Fur-thermore, issues are often interlinked and decisions need to take into account all aspects of an item, i.e. legal, operational and strategic considerations.
He and I were a bit of an item.
Seems the man was in possession of an item or two that didn't exactly belong to him.
I'd say Mother and Uncle Bill were somewhat of an item.
Their release is the subject of an item in the report on the visit, drafted by our Mashreq Delegation.
Other standards may require recognition of an item of property, plant and equipment based on an approach different from that in this standard.
The cost of an item of property, plant and equipment held by a lessee under a finance lease is determined in accordance with IAS 17.
The revaluation surplus included in equity in respect of an item of property, plant and equipment may be transferred directly to retained earnings when the asset is derecognised.
The consideration receivable on disposal of an item of property, plant and equipment is recognised initially at its fair value.
The pensions forum may invite any person with particular competence in respect of an item included on the agenda to take part in its deliberations as an expert.
Where there is a negative sign (-) preceding the label of an item, no positive figure shall be reported for that item.
Any modification of an item which exceeds 10 % of its amount shall require the written prior consent of the Commission.

Alternatives:

degree of eccentricity of an item
item's degree of eccentricity

degree of an item eccentricity.

This phrase is incorrect. It lacks the possessive form needed to show ownership.

Not recommended for use. The correct form should include the possessive 'item's' to indicate ownership.

Show examples from the web [+]

...for the handing of an item to the dauphine is a guarded privilege.
It seems your daughter and Richard are something of an item.
Alteration of an item to conform to an applicable standard.
Similar considerations apply to transfers made on disposal of an item of property, plant or equipment.
The carrying amount of an item is determined in conjunction with other relevant standards.
Returns the index of an item with the given text.
I've been eagerly awaiting the delivery of an item from London by way of New York.
Fur-thermore, issues are often interlinked and decisions need to take into account all aspects of an item, i.e. legal, operational and strategic considerations.
He and I were a bit of an item.
Seems the man was in possession of an item or two that didn't exactly belong to him.
I'd say Mother and Uncle Bill were somewhat of an item.
Their release is the subject of an item in the report on the visit, drafted by our Mashreq Delegation.
Other standards may require recognition of an item of property, plant and equipment based on an approach different from that in this standard.
The cost of an item of property, plant and equipment held by a lessee under a finance lease is determined in accordance with IAS 17.
The revaluation surplus included in equity in respect of an item of property, plant and equipment may be transferred directly to retained earnings when the asset is derecognised.
The consideration receivable on disposal of an item of property, plant and equipment is recognised initially at its fair value.
The pensions forum may invite any person with particular competence in respect of an item included on the agenda to take part in its deliberations as an expert.
Where there is a negative sign (-) preceding the label of an item, no positive figure shall be reported for that item.
Any modification of an item which exceeds 10 % of its amount shall require the written prior consent of the Commission.
And the crime you did commit led to the arrest of a thief and the safe return of an item.

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degree of an item's eccentricity. vs degree of an item eccentricity.