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Term: Logography

Definition:

Logography refers to a writing system that uses symbols or characters to represent entire words or concepts rather than individual sounds or syllables. It is a form of writing widely used in ancient civilizations, emphasizing simplicity and dispensing with phonetic representation.

Example Sentences:

1. The ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs are a prime example of logography.
2. In Chinese logography, a single character can represent an entire word or idea.
3. The Mayan civilization also employed logography in their hieroglyphic script.

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