Sign Language Semantics
Sign Language Semantics refers to the study of meaning in sign languages, including how signs convey information, how signs are interpreted, and how signs are structured to create meaning. This field explores the relationships between signs and their referents, as well as the rules and principles that govern the use of signs in communication. Sign Language Semantics investigates the ways in which signs combine to form complex meanings, and how context and cultural factors influence the interpretation of signs. It also examines the role of iconicity, metaphor, and other linguistic devices in shaping meaning in sign languages.