Meaning & use
language
A system of words, grammar, and sounds used by people to communicate thoughts and feelings with one another.
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Children usually acquire their first language naturally just by listening to those around them.
The contract's legal language confused most readers who had no background in law.
A note on using this word
Language can refer broadly to any communication system, including computer programming languages, not only spoken human languages.
Words with a similar meaning
tonguespeech
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