This document defines communication and its various forms. Communication is defined as a process of sharing meaning between individuals through common symbols and experiences. It can be verbal, involving the transmission of ideas through words, or nonverbal, using means other than words like body language and appearance. Verbal communication follows syntactic and semantic rules, while nonverbal communication conveys meaning through seven categories including physical appearance, body movement, touch, and space. The document also lists functions of communication like fulfilling physical and social needs, and types of communication settings from informal to formal.