The meaning of linguistic items may include an interpersonal or
evaluative component which derives from its typical use. This paper
supports the view that words cannot be defined only in terms of denotation,
since that would imply neglecting the interpersonal function of
language. The phraseology of an item (i.e. its typical lexico-syntactic
environment) may confer an implicit meaning to this item. Additionally,
the typical discourse function of an item also contributes to its meaning.
This paper explores the concept of implicit meaning and looks at different
types of implications and presuppositions that an item may convey.
