Definition of "semiliteracy" []

• The state of not being fully literate, or having an imperfect grasp of the written language (noun)

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• "Even though many of us can't even read our own handwriting, the semiliteracy of the few pen computers reaching the market (at a cost of $4,000 or more) has brought on a wave of recent criticism; a story in The New York Times last week carried the doomsaying headline WRITING IS ON THE WALL FOR MAKERS OF PEN PC'S."
• "The latter is narrated by a grim, sober voice, and describes notoriety, semiliteracy, dubious identities, and some vague threats."
• "It's been a long time since there's been any talk about illiteracy or semiliteracy."