= Evolutionary linguistics
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Evolutionary linguistics is a field of study that examines the origins and development of language through the lens of evolutionary theory. It seeks to understand how language may have evolved in humans, both as a cognitive ability and as a means of communication, as part of the broader evolutionary changes in hominins. This interdisciplinary approach combines insights from linguistics, anthropology, cognitive science, biology, and evolutionary psychology.
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