Computation of Modifier Scope in NP by a Language-neutral Method

The relative logical scope of multiple modifiers within NP is often semantically significant. This paper proposes a structurally based method for computing the relative scope of such modifiers, based on their order, type, and syntactic complexity. The algorithm is language-neutral, in that it works with minimal errors for a wide range of languages without language-specific stipulations.

• Type: Journal
• Year: 2002
• Where: COLING
• Authors: Richard Campbell
• Keywords: COLING 2002, COLING 2008, Multiple Modifiers, Relative Logical Scope, Relative Scope