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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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cultural gridlock

Language; Public speaking

Occurs when the cultural differences in a group are so profound that the varying agendas, priorities, customs, and procedures create tensions that block constructive discussion.

comedienne

Language; Public speaking

Older, less politically correct, term for a female comedian.

pictographs

Language; Public speaking

On a chart, a visual image symbolizing the information it represents.

source citation

Language; Public speaking

Parenthetical reference in a speech outline to sources listed in full under Works Consulted.

chronological design

Language; Public speaking

Pattern of speech organization that follows a sequence of important events in relating the history of a subject or predicting its future.

listening

Language; Public speaking

Paying close attention to, and making sense of, what we hear.

honorarium

Language; Public speaking

Payment for speaking or other services.

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