A Dictionary of Signs and Symbols in Contemporary Culture
This is a dictionary which consists of words defined by what they
represent rather than what they really are. If you would like a better
definition of signs, symbols, and/or semiotics, please go to the link below.
The definitions in this dictionary were derived from word origin, history,
slang, and modern usages. Below are links taking you to each page listing
the words and their definitions. Please be aware that this is a work in
progress. If you have any suggestions or additions please feel free to
use the email address below.
Criteria Of Words
This site is a link to how I decided upon what words I chose for
my dictionary. Every word follows at least one aspect of the listed criteria.
Bibliography
This contains the list of resourses I used in the creation of this
dictionary. Please feel free to read through them for some interesting
material.
What
is Semiotics?
A compilation of valuable websites which thoroughly explains signs,
symbols, and semiotics. This site was created by Cheryl Berg, a fellow
student of Hawaii Community College as well as semiotics.