Erin is a linguist who defines language as a "system of communication that combines sounds and gestures into an infinite number of structured utterances that convey meaning." Based on her definition:
A)only people use language,although some animals are able to acquire some aspects of language.
B)only people and dolphins use language,although great apes acquire some aspects of language.
C)only people and great apes use language,although dolphins acquire some aspects of language.
D)only people,great apes,and dolphins use language,although other mammals acquire some aspects of language.

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Erin's definition specifically mentions the combination of sounds and gestures to convey meaning, which is a uniquely human ability. While some animals may have the ability to learn some aspects of language, they do not have the same capacity for complex communication as humans do.

Erin Is a Linguist Who Defines Language as a "System