Makaton

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proper noun

A system of communication, including speech, signing, and writing, intended for use by and with people who have language or learning difficulties.

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Meanings

proper noun
  1. communicationA system of communication, including speech, signing, and writing, intended for use by and with people who have language or learning difficulties.

Origin

From the names of its creators: Margaret Walker, Kathy Johnston and Tony Cornforth.

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APA

Makaton. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Makaton

MLA

“Makaton.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Makaton. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “Makaton,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Makaton.

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