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1. whenever latonya hears the word \pillow\ she laughs because of an old joke she and her best friend have. latonya is using the

a. abstract meaning
b. denotative meaning
c. precise meaning
d. connotative meaning

Explanation:

• Denotative meaning is the literal, dictionary - defined meaning of a word. For example, the denotative meaning of "pillow" is a soft bag filled with feathers, foam, etc. used for resting the head.
• Connotative meaning is the emotional or cultural association that a word carries. Since Latonya has an emotional reaction (laughing) based on a personal joke, she is using the connotative meaning.
• Abstract meaning is a more general or non - tangible concept related to a word. But this doesn't fit as her reaction is based on a personal, emotional connection.
• Precise meaning is just another way of referring to the exact, literal (denotative) meaning.

Answer:

d. connotative meaning