5 Questions
What is the process by which a word with a specialized meaning acquires a wider meaning and application?
Generalisation
In the example provided, what did the word 'box' originally refer to?
A tree and the wood from it
What is the role of human mind and context in determining the meaning of words?
They shape the meaning of words
What is the most important process in semantics according to the text?
Generalisation
How do different persons and different periods influence the meaning of words?
They give words different ideas and associations
Test your understanding of semantics and the change of meaning in language with this quiz. Explore how words can have different associations for different people and contexts, and how the meaning of a word can be shaped by individual perspectives and experiences.
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