Language

Language

Of of pertaining to any method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way, whether united in a system specific to a country or region.

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shill

Language; Public speaking

In comedy, a person planted in the audience to assist in a gag.

pratfall

Language; Public speaking

In comedy, an on-purpose, exaggerated fall to the floor usually accompanied by flailing arms and legs for effect.

collaborative problem solving

Language; Public speaking

In group communication, an approach that gathers participants from separate areas of the public or private sectors for their input on a problem.

aside

Language; Public speaking

In the theater, something said to the audience that is not to be heard by the other actors. In television, the actor would look right at the camera and talk to the viewers. In a ...