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What is Verbal Metaphor

Chapter 441
Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology, Fourth Edition
A non-literal linguistic device using known domains to denote known or less known domains by applying words or phrases.
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Knowledge Management From the Metaphorical Perspective
Magdalena Bielenia-Grajewska (University of Gdansk, Poland)
Copyright: © 2018 |Pages: 8
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-2255-3.ch441
Abstract
The purpose of this chapter is to present the notions connected with how knowledge management is communicated. The focus of investigation is on the place of metaphors in creating, acquiring and sharing data. The metaphorical side of knowledge management is discussed from both theoretical and practical perspectives. Thus, selected theories are supported with practical examples coming from diversified sources on knowledge management. The discussion aims at showing the positive and negative role of metaphors in various stages of knowledge management.
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Chapter 464
The Role of Figurative Language in Knowledge Management
A non-literal linguistic device using known domains to denote known or less known domains by applying words or phrases.
Published in Chapter: The Role of Figurative Language in Knowledge Management; From: Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology, Third Edition
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