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The word Deictic derives from greek word deixis meaning to give point something or to point on something.

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Linguistic Context Deictic Expressions
Objectives • • Define linguistic context • • Explain deixis
Linguistic Context • Meaning depends on language and surrounding text.
Speaker/Narrator and Time • Time deixis: now, then, yesterday, tomorrow.
Speaker/Narrator and Place • Place deixis: here, there, above, below.
Speaker/Narrator and Situation • Meaning depends on who speaks and the situation.
Examples • 'I am here now.' • 'I will see you tomorrow.'
Activity • Underline deictic words.
Summary • Deictic expressions rely on context.