5.2.1Elimination of Ambiguity

Ambiguity often arises due to polysemy and homonymy.

Compare the meaning of “run” in each of the following sentences.

John ran the egg and spoon race.

John ran the egg and spoon race and got second place.

Ambiguity caused by grammatical structure.

The fish is ready to eat.

I like Mary better than Jean.

Flying planes can be dangerous.

鸡不吃了。

5.2.2 Indication of Referents

A large number of deictic words such as now/there, here/there, this/that, are often used to refer directly to the personal, temporal or locational characteristics of the situation. Without clear context, the reference can be very confusing.

5.2.3Provision of Clues for Inference of Word Meaning

Definition; Explanation; Exemplification; Synonymy; Antonymy; Hyponymy; Relevant details