Nominal ellipsis reveals concord in Moksha Mordvin

Abstract On the basis of original data from Moksha Mordvin (Finno‐Ugric), I argue that some languages have nominal concord even though modifiers noun generally do not show inflection. Evidence for presence comes ellipsis, under which inflection is phonologically realized and restricted in same way as regular concord. To account distribution exponents, develop a model allows features to be present syntax but avoid realization. In particular, propose (i) Spellout applies node soon its Merge Agree are satisfied (ii) by default illegible at PF need undergo an operation called Probe Conversion order become accessible processes. The then follows relative timing Conversion.