On the formalization of Invariant Mappings for Metaphor Interpretation

In this paper we provide a formalization of a set of default rules that we claim are required for the transfer of information such as causation, event rate and duration in the interpretation of metaphor. Such rules are domain-independent and are identified as invariant adjuncts to any conceptual metaphor. We also show a way of embedding the invariant mappings in a semantic framework.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2007
• Where: ACL
• Authors: Rodrigo Agerri, John A. Barnden, Mark G. Lee, Alan M. Wallington
• Keywords: ACL 2007, Computational Linguistics, Default Rules, Event Rate, Invariant Adjuncts