Signs of Life Ch. 1 Vocab Flashcardziz

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Semiotics

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The study of signs, synonymous with semiology, concerned with interpreting linguistic, cultural, and behavioral sign systems.

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Code

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A system of signs or values that assigns meanings to elements within it, such as traffic signals or fashion norms.

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Associate

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A relationship that establishes the significance of a sign within a sign system, indicating how signs relate to one another.

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System

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The network within which a sign functions, achieving meaning through its relations with other signs.

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Signs

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Anything that bears meaning, including words, objects, images, and behaviors, determined by the codes in which they appear.

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Abduction

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A form of reasoning that involves forming a conclusion based on the best available explanation.

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Symbol

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A sign that represents something else, often an abstract concept, such as a dove symbolizing peace.

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Icon

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A sign that resembles or imitates the object it represents, like a photograph of a person.

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Discourse

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A system of communication that shapes and is shaped by social practices and cultural norms.

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Context

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The circumstances or setting in which a sign is interpreted, influencing its meaning.