Within the range of written discourse, there are several kinds of writing. Determine the meaning of the underlined word 'discourse' using contact clues.
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The question asks to determine the definitions of a word, in this case the 'discourse' from context clues, this can be achieved by reading the rest of the sentence.
Answer
Discourse means the use of language to express ideas and information.
Discourse, in the context of writing, refers to the use of language to express ideas and information.
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Discourse, in the context of writing, refers to the use of language to express ideas and information.
More Information
The sentence indicates that within 'written discourse' there are 'several kinds of writing'. This suggests that discourse is a broad term encompassing different forms and styles of written communication.
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The question asks to define the word using context clues from the sentence itself, not outside knowledge.
Sources
- What Is Discourse? 4 Types of Written Discourse Explained - grammarly.com
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