Essays about: "Non-conventional metaphor"

Found 1 essay containing the words Non-conventional metaphor.

  1. 1. Effects of conventionality and proficiency in metaphor processing : A response time study

    University essay from Engelska institutionen

    Author : Peter Eriksson; [2013]
    Keywords : Language processing; Metaphor comprehension; Conventionality; Conventional metaphor; Non-conventional metaphor; Automaticity; Proficiency; Native speaker NS ; Non-native speaker NNS ; Response time RT .;

    Abstract : Some researchers that work with metaphor theory claim that metaphors and figurative language are understood and processed just as easily as literal language. However, as this thesis will explore in detail, other research indicates that such is not always the case. READ MORE