ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Glottography

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Glottography is a noun meaning The measurement of the modulation of a sound by the vibration of the glottis.

Meaning

The measurement of the modulation of a sound by the vibration of the glottis.

More Meanings

  1. (linguistics) A writing system where written symbols correspond to speech.

Example Sentences

It would be necessary for the decoder to have some understanding of the specific oral language and cultural codes used by the tlacuilo; this is especially true for understanding combinations of semasiographies and glottographies.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include glottogram, glottality, glottal, glottis, photoglottography, glottalization.

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