Multiple Choice
What does it mean to say that a word or sound is arbitrary?
A) One cannot just guess the meaning from the sound.
B) It has the same meaning in nearly all languages.
C) The word's meaning is the opposite of what it sounds like.
D) The meaning of the word has changed over the years.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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