chereme Meaning & Definition
/ˈkɪəɹiːm/
What Does Chereme Mean?
Chereme is used as a noun meaning A basic unit of a sign language; equivalent to a phoneme.
Chereme: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkɪəɹiːm/ |
| Plural | cheremes |
Chereme Definition (Noun)
- A basic unit of a sign language; equivalent to a phoneme.
Synonyms of Chereme
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Chereme synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
chereme (plural cheremes)
Origin of Chereme
From Ancient Greek χείρ (kheír, “hand”) + -eme, by analogy with phoneme.