Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bsl
Noun
bee-ess-el
Definition
British Sign Language, a sign language that is the main language of many deaf people in the UK.
Examples
- Many deaf children learn BSL as their first language.
- Public services are increasingly providing BSL interpreters to ensure accessibility.
- Learning BSL can improve communication with deaf friends or family members.
Meaning
BSL is used by the deaf community in Britain, utilizing hand shapes, facial expressions, and gestures to form a complete language system.
Synonyms
- Deaf sign language
- British Sign
- Sign language
