Pasimology
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pasimology is a noun meaning The use of gestures as a means of communication.
Meaning
The use of gestures as a means of communication.
Example Sentences
Early in the book, Pizer discusses pasimology, the science of communication by gesture.
It is interesting that the American Indians should have contributed to the world's civilization their own particular form of pasimology, used for the avowed purpose of avoiding international language difficulties.
It is interesting to note in this regard that the International Boy Scout movement . . . resolutely adopted the Indian sign language and proceeded to develop a science of pasimology, or gestures, which serves the Jamborees in perfect fashion.
Synonyms for pasimology
Depending on context, synonyms include kinesics.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gesturalism, kinology, paremiology, gesturalist, kinesics, anthroposemiotics.
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