👉 In linguistics and communication, "predocumentary" refers to a type of writing style or language used in which words are not directly related to each other but rather serve as a means for expressing ideas. Predocumentaries often use complex sentences, varied sentence structures, and non-sequitur relationships between words, making them distinct from more straightforward writing styles. Predocumentaries typically emphasize the importance of context, with words being used in order to convey meaning or to set up a sequence of events or