Alfie calls for the "book" when he wants the menu in the neighborhood diner. Alfie's use of the word book to include the menu best illustrates which characterization of early speech?

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All of these answers represent characterizations of early speech; however, the example best illustrates the use of overextension, or the broad application or overgeneralization of a word. Alfie applies the word book broadly to include the diner's menu.

Alfie Calls for the "Book" When He Wants the Menu