semantic analysis
[/səˈmæntɪk əˈnæləsɪs/]
nounpl: semantic analyses
análise semântica
1. The process of examining and interpreting the meaning of words, phrases, or texts in language or programming; determining what something signifies or represents beyond its literal form.
The semantic analysis of the contract revealed ambiguous terms that could lead to disputes.
A análise semântica do contrato revelou termos ambíguos que poderiam levar a disputas.
2. In linguistics, the study of how meaning is created, conveyed, and understood in language.
Semantic analysis helps linguists understand how context affects word meaning.
A análise semântica ajuda os linguistas a entender como o contexto afeta o significado das palavras.
3. In computer science and compiler design, the phase of program analysis that checks the logical consistency and validity of code beyond syntax.
The compiler performs semantic analysis to ensure variables are declared before use.
O compilador executa análise semântica para garantir que as variáveis sejam declaradas antes do uso.
Semantic analysis is a fundamental concept in both Brazilian and American academic and technological contexts. In Brazil, it's primarily used in university linguistics, computer science, and philosophy departments. In the USA, the term is prevalent in computational linguistics, AI development, and software engineering. The discipline has gained importance with advances in natural language processing and machine learning in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
read between the lines (related to finding deeper meaning)
get to the bottom of something (related to analyzing meaning)
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