= Code (semiotics)
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In semiotics, a "code" refers to a system of signs and rules that govern the production and interpretation of meaning in communication. Codes are essential to understanding how meaning is created and understood within various contexts, whether in language, visual media, gestures, or cultural practices. Key aspects of codes in semiotics include: 1. **Structure**: Codes consist of a set of conventions or rules that dictate how signs (words, images, sounds) interact with one another.
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