language

language, speech, tongue, dialect, idiom, slang

word, vocabulary, language, term, lexicon

名词 language:

1. a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols
   同义词：linguistic communication
2. (language) communication by word of mouth
   同义词：speech, speech communication, spoken communication, spoken language, voice communication, oral communication
3. a system of words used to name things in a particular discipline
   同义词：terminology, nomenclature
4. the cognitive processes involved in producing and understanding linguistic communication
   同义词：linguistic process
5. the mental faculty or power of vocal communication
   同义词：speech
6. the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number
   同义词：lyric, words

1. His knowledge of the language is fair.
   他对这种语言的了解相当不错。
2. The English language has an interesting history.
   英语有着饶有趣味的发展历史。
3. A dictionary is an invaluable aid in learning a new language.
   在学习一种新语言时，词典是非常有用的工具。
4. BASIC is the language most programmers learn first.
   BASIC是大多数程序编制者首先学习的语言。
5. What languages can you speak?
   你会说什么语言？
6. Chinese is my native language.
   汉语是我的母语。

lan.guage

n.Abbr. lang.（名词）缩写 lang.

The use by human beings of voice sounds, and often written symbols representing these sounds, in organized combinations and patterns in order to express and communicate thoughts and feelings.
语言，语言文字：人类声音的使用，并且经常是代表这些声音的文字符号，并以有条理的组合和形式出现，目的是为了表达和交流思想和感情
A system of words formed from such combinations and patterns, used by the people of a particular country or by a group of people with a shared history or set of traditions.
国家语言，民族语言，部落语言：这样的组合和形式形成的一系列词语，被一个特定国家的人或有共同历史或一套传统的一群人所使用

A nonverbal method of communicating ideas, as by a system of signs, symbols, gestures, or rules:
表意语：交流思想的一种非口头的方法，例如用一系列信号、符号、手势或规则：
例句：
the language of algebra.
代数语言

Computer Science A system of symbols and rules used for communication with or between computers.
【计算机科学】 机器语言，语言：一系列语言和规则，用于和计算机或计算机之间的交流
Body language; kinesics.
体态语；人体动作语言
The special vocabulary and usages of a scientific, professional, or other group:
术语，行话：科学的、职业的或其他群体的特殊词汇和用法：
例句：
.his total mastery of screen language—camera placement, editing—and his handling of actors.(Jack Kroll)
.他对屏幕语言的熟练掌握——摄像机的设置，编辑——和他对演员的调度.(杰克·克罗尔)

A characteristic style of speech or writing:
语言风格，措辞：演讲或写作的有特色的风格：
例句：
Shakespearean language.
莎士比亚语言风格

Abusive, violent, or profane utterance:
粗话，下流话，亵渎语：骂人的、凶暴的或亵渎的言词：
例句：
.language that would make your hair curl.(W.S. Gilbert)
.毛骨悚然的粗话.( W.S.吉尔伯特)

A particular manner of utterance:
语风：说话的特殊态度：
例句：
gentle language.
温柔的语调

The manner or means of communication between living creatures other than human beings:
表意语：除了人类之外的活动物之间交流的态度或方式：
例句：
the language of dolphins.
海豚的叫声

Verbal communication as a subject of study.
口头语言，口语：作为学习的主题的口头交流`
The wording of a legal document or statute as distinct from the spirit.
文件用语，法律用语：不同于精神的合法文件或法令的措辞

来源：
Middle English
中古英语
from Old French langage
源自 古法语 langage
from langue [tongue, language]
源自 langue [语言，语言]
from Latin lingua * see dôghô-
源自 拉丁语 lingua *参见 dôghô-