21 Syntax and interpretation: compositionality

Theses:

Except for elementary (unanalysable) units,

1. The meaning of a composite sign is a function of the meanings of its parts.
2. The spelling of a composite sign is a function of the meanings of its parts.
3. The pronunciation of a composite sign is a function of the meanings of its parts.
4. The compositional functions can be divided into less and less regular specific classes, until extremely idiosyncratic functions are defined:
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