Word Type

Noun

The word "semantics" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

algebraic semantics applied semantics axiomatic semantics biosemantics computational semantics denotational semantics distributional semantics ethnosemantics formal semantics general semantics lexical semantics lexicosemantics mathematical semantics metasemantics minimal recursion semantics morphosemantics neurosemantics operational semantics phonosemantics psychosemantics semantics-free statistical semantics teleosemantics zoosemantics

Etymologically Related To

semasiology

Context

computer science linguistics

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

linguistics meaning substance

Type Of (IsA)

linguistics meaning

Part Of

formal system

Related Terms

grammar morphology phonology pragmatics semantic semantisation semasiology sematic sematology seme sememe semiotic semiotics

Related Terms

linguistics meaning semantic semasiology sematic sematology seme sememe semiotic semiotics syntax

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