Associations to the word «Deixis»
Noun
Adverb
Wiktionary
DEIXIS, noun. (linguistics) A reference within a sentence that relies on the context being known to interpret correctly.
Dictionary definition
DEIXIS, noun. The function of pointing or specifying from the perspective of a participant in an act of speech or writing; aspects of a communication whose interpretation depends on knowledge of the context in which the communication occurs.
Wise words
Speak clearly, if you speak at all; carve every word before
you let it fall.