metalanguage

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Noun metalanguage has 1 sense

metalanguage - a language that can be used to describe languages
--₁ is a kind of language, linguistic communication
--₁ has particulars: syntax language

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Metalanguage

Noun:

1. A language used to describe or discuss another language; a language that talks about language.

Sample sentence: In linguistics, metalanguage is employed to analyze the structure and function of different languages.

Noun:

2. A specialized vocabulary or terminology used within a particular field, profession, or discourse.

Sample sentence: The medical community utilizes a metalanguage filled with complex terms to accurately communicate diagnoses and treatment options.

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