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Semiotic

Definition:

Adjective - relating to or concerned with signs and symbols and their interpretation.

Noun - the study of signs and symbols and their use or interpretation.

Sense 1:

Adjective - popular

Relating to popular signs and symbols used in modern culture.

Example sentence: The semiotic analysis of advertisements reveals the underlying messages and meanings conveyed to consumers.

Sense 2:

Adjective - local

Relating to signs and symbols used within a specific geographical region.

Example sentence: The cultural festival displayed semiotic elements specific to the local community.

Sense 3:

Noun - popular

The study of popular signs and symbols used in various forms of media.

Example sentence: The course on semiotics explores how popular culture shapes our interpretations of signs and symbols.

Sense 4:

Noun - local

The study of signs and symbols unique to a specific community or region.

Example sentence: The ethnographer analyzed the semiotics of the indigenous tribe to understand their cultural identity.

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