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Animacy logo #10101) Type of Noun
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Animacy

Animacy logo #21000 Animacy is a grammatical and semantic principle expressed in language based on how sentient or alive the referent of a noun is. Widely expressed, animacy is one of the most elementary principles in languages around the globe, and is a distinction acquired as early as 6 months of age. Concepts of animacy constantly vary beyond a simple animate vs. ...
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