Ambiguity

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This edited volume explores the concept of ambiguity in language and communication, aiming to uncover why effective communication persists despite the prevalence of ambiguity. It examines how speakers and listeners utilize ambiguity and vagueness to achieve specific goals. The book presents comprehensive answers from various fields, including linguistics, literary criticism, rhetoric, psycholinguistics, theology, media studies, and law, marking a significant shift in ambiguity research through a transdisciplinary approach. Individual and co-authored papers bridge gaps between disciplines, establishing theoretical connections between psycho-linguistics and areas focusing on discourse and text communication. A three-dimensional Ambiguity Model is introduced, serving as a theoretical anchor for analyzing different types of ambiguities. This hybrid model integrates perspectives on language systems and the use of ambiguity in various communicational contexts. Key features relevant to ambiguity, such as its emergence in production or perception and its strategic or nonstrategic nature, are defined. The research program posits that understanding ambiguity requires exploring the interaction of these factors within a reference system. This collection serves as an excellent introduction to ambiguity in language and communication, offering extensive analyses and insights beneficial for both students and advanced readers interested in the