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Saussure

Noun (Proper)

Saussure refers to Ferdinand de Saussure, a Swiss linguist and semiotician who is widely regarded as the father of modern linguistics.

Noun (Common)

In common usage, Saussure can refer to the study of language structure and the principles of linguistics.

Example Sentences:

• Ferdinand de Saussure's theories revolutionized the field of linguistics.
• The students were introduced to the key concepts of Saussure during their language class.

Adjective

Saussure, as an adjective, can describe anything related to Saussurean linguistics or influenced by Saussure's theories.

Example Sentences:

• The professor presented a Saussurean analysis of the language phenomenon.
• Her thesis explored the Saussurean approach to semiotics.

Related Products

Explore these books available on Amazon that further delve into Saussure's theories and their implications:

• Course in General Linguistics by Ferdinand de Saussure
• Saussure for Beginners
• Saussure's Third Course of Lectures on General Linguistics