IPA: /lɛkˈsɪkəlaɪˌzeɪʃən/
KK: /lɛkˈsɪkəlɪzeɪʃən/
Definition: The process of making a word or phrase into a recognized term in a language.
Example: The lexicalisation of new terms often occurs in response to technological advancements.
Definition: The process of turning a phrase or idea into a single word or expression that has a specific meaning.
Example: The lexicalization of the phrase 'to take a picture' into the single word 'photograph' shows how language evolves.
IPA: /ˈlɛksɪkli/
KK: /ˈlɛksɪkli/
Definition: In a way that relates to the words or vocabulary of a language.
Example: The term is used lexically to describe the meaning of words in context.
IPA: /ˌlɛksɪkəˈɡræfɪk/
KK: /lɛksɪkəˈɡræfɪk/
Definition: Relating to the writing or compiling of dictionaries, or the arrangement of words in alphabetical order.
Example: The lexicographic method of organizing words makes it easier to find their meanings in a dictionary.
IPA: /ˌlɛksɪkəˈɡræfɪkəl/
KK: /lɛksɪkəˈɡræfɪkəl/
Definition: Related to the practice of compiling dictionaries or the study of words and their meanings.
Example: The lexicographical analysis of the text revealed many interesting word choices.
IPA: /ˌlɛksɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/
KK: /lɛksɪkəˈlɑgɪkəl/
Definition: Related to the study of words and their meanings, especially in dictionaries.
Example: The lexicological analysis of the text revealed many interesting word choices.
IPA: /ˈlɛksɪkən/
KK: /ˈlɛksɪkən/
Definition: A collection of words and their meanings in a language, or a specific set of terms used in a particular field or subject.
Example: The lexicon of medical terminology can be quite complex for new students.
IPA: /ˈlɛksɪs/
KK: /ˈlɛksɪs/
Definition: The complete collection of words used in a language, separate from their forms or structures; essentially, the vocabulary.
Example: The lexis of English includes thousands of words that are used in everyday conversation.
IPA: /ˈlaɪkˌwaɪz/
KK: /ˈlaɪkˌwaɪz/
Definition: In the same way; similarly; also.
Example: She enjoys reading, and likewise, she loves writing.
IPA: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪkəl/
KK: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪkəl/
Definition: Relating to language or the study of language.
Example: The professor gave a fascinating lecture on the linguistical aspects of ancient texts.
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