SEMANTIC
/sɪˈmæntɪk/
12
Scrabble
15
WWF
S(1) E(1) M(3) A(1) N(1) T(1) I(1) C(3)
NWL/TWL ✓ Collins ✓ WWF ✓
Definition
/sɪˈmæntɪk/
noun
- In such writing systems as the Chinese writing system, the portion of a phono-semantic character that provides an indication of its meaning; contrasted with phonetic.
adjective
- Of or relating to semantics or the meanings of words.
- (software design, of code) Reflecting intended structure and meaning.
- (of a detail or distinction) Petty or trivial; (of a person or statement) quibbling, niggling.
Source: Wiktionary
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