Explanation
Communication in which language, voice, gaze, gesture, image, space or writing jointly produce meaning. Releases meaning from any single channel: understanding emerges from the timing and mutual completion of different expressive modes.
Example
When indicating over there, word, pointing gesture and gaze jointly establish the location.
Counterexample
A mere label without the described formal, cultural or conceptual movement.
Distinction
Distinguish from Körpersprache; the neighbour remains connected as a crossway.
Effect on thought and perception
Releases meaning from any single channel: understanding emerges from the timing and mutual completion of different expressive modes.
Resonance
Releases meaning from any single channel: understanding emerges from the timing and mutual completion of different expressive modes.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Multimodal communication“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP5-0015. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP5-0015The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.