What does lexigram mean?
Lexigram means (psychology) A symbol that represents a word but is not necessarily indicative of the object referenced by the word, used in studies of communication.
Lexigram
/ˈlɛk.sɪˌɡɹæm/ · noun
Meaning
(psychology) A symbol that represents a word but is not necessarily indicative of the object referenced by the word, used in studies of communication.
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: lexigraph (polysemic, sometimes synonymous), logogram, logograph
Instead of ASL, Savage-Rumbaugh used an extensive ‘lexigram’, a matrix of 256 geometrical shapes on a board. Instructors touch the symbols, which represent verbs and nouns, to create simple requests or commands.
Each chimp next learned to press the lexigram corresponding to a food item that it had seen the teacher put in an opaque container.
Synonyms for lexigram
Antonyms for lexigram
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Word Forms
- lexigrams
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for lexigram?
Common synonyms include lexigraph, logogram, logograph.
What is the opposite of lexigram?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use lexigram in a sentence?
Near-synonyms: lexigraph (polysemic, sometimes synonymous), logogram, logograph
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