American Sign Language
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of American Sign Language
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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Jones is well acquainted with heavy prep work — for “CODA,” she learned American Sign Language to play the only hearing member of the Rossi family and how to fish.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 5, 2025
Although a few chimps understand and can communicate using basic American Sign Language, caregivers often have difficulty figuring out the meaning of other behaviors.
From Salon • Jun. 5, 2024
His team previously developed a wearable glove capable of translating American Sign Language into English speech in real time to help users of ASL communicate with those who don't know how to sign.
From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2024
The White House will also stream the address, accompanied by American Sign Language interpretation, on wh.gov/sotu.
From New York Times • Mar. 7, 2024
Ever since I met her, we’ve been communicating primarily through American Sign Language.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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