Semantics

Semantics is an accessible and practical introduction to formal semantics, the study of linguistic meaning, for students new to the subject. Semantics:

• shows how meanings are built up and interrelated
• presupposes very little prior knowledge of grammar or linguistic terminology
• includes a glossary of technical terms
• provides a progression of exercises with answers given at the back
• backs up the activities with short, clear explanations
• includes an appendix on sets and functions.