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semeiotic

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[see-mee-ot-ik, sem-ee-, see-mahy-] / ˌsi miˈɒt ɪk, ˌsɛm i-, ˌsi maɪ- /
Also semeiotical

adjective

  1. semiotic.


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The semeiotic is the science of signs, and hence the science of the form of gesture.

From Delsarte System of Oratory by Various

The semeiotic presents to our scrutiny a triple object for study.

From Delsarte System of Oratory by Various

The semeiotic says: "Such a gesture reveals such a passion;" and gesture replies: "To such a passion I will apply such a sign."

From Delsarte System of Oratory by Various

We have now reached the semeiotic standpoint, that of these very clear plans, the very starting point of gesture.

From Delsarte System of Oratory by Various

The semeiotic gives the reason of movements, and has for its object the careful examination of inflections, attitudes and types.

From Delsarte System of Oratory by Various