Meaning of the word pragmatics in English

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pragmatics

US /præɡˈmæt̬.ɪks/
UK /præɡˈmæt̬.ɪks/
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Noun

1.

the branch of linguistics dealing with language in use and the contexts in which it is used, including such matters as deixis, taking turns in conversation, text organization, presupposition, and implicature.

Example:
Understanding pragmatics is crucial for effective communication.
The study of pragmatics helps analyze how context influences meaning.
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