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Chomsky

A linguist and intellectual who revolutionized the understanding of language, highlighting its innate nature and the brain's role in language acquisition.

Linguistic Determinism Hypothesis

The theory suggesting that the language we speak determines or significantly shapes our thoughts and perceptions of the world.

Language Shapes Thinking

The hypothesis that the structure and vocabulary of one's language influence and determine how one thinks and perceives the world.

Telegraphic Speech

A stage in language development where children use short, simple constructions that sound like telegrams.

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