language
Definition
1.- A body of words, and set of methods of combining them (called a grammar), understood by a community and used as a form of communication. 2.- The ability to communicate using words. 3.- A sublanguage: the slang of a particular community or jargon of a particular specialist field.
Pronunciation
[ˈleɪŋɡwɪd͡ʒ]
Explanation
1.- Deaf and mute people communicate using languages like ASL. 2.- the gift of language. 3.- legal language; the language of chemistry.
Details
- Category: School and related words
- Sign Language: Lengua de Señas Mexicana (LSM)
- Region: México
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