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What does subvocalization mean?

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Noun
  1. (uncountable) The formation in thought of words or statements, which are expressed inwardly but not uttered aloud.
  2. (countable) Subvocal words or statements so formed.
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An updated version of the 1981 dictionary characterized subvocalization as movement of the lips, tongue, and larynx, in essence, linking speech to silent reading.
In addition to subvocalization, reading also involves two other processes, translation and placement.
Beginning silent readers often sound words out in their heads, a cumbersome process called subvocalization.
Voice recognition, subvocalization units and digital dialog between intelligent devices will guide the path of information between teacher and learner.
I never, ever, was able to suspend disbelief about subvocalization when reading science fiction.
Language facilitates certain types of complex thought and cognition by allowing subvocalization and organization of thoughts for performing more complex mental operations.

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