semiotics meaning

UK US /ˌsɛmiˈɑtɪks/ 4 syllables

semiotics (noun): (philosophy) a philosophical theory of the functions of signs and symbols.

Definition of semiotics

  1. (philosophy) a philosophical theory of the functions of signs and symbols

    Synonyms: semiology

    Type of: philosophical doctrine

    Related forms: semiotic, semiotical, semiotician

How to pronounce semiotics

semiotics is pronounced /ˌsɛmiˈɑtɪks/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the third syllable.

Words that rhyme with semiotics

Word lists: words starting with SE · words ending in CS · 9-letter words

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