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Topic: Grammar

lexicalisation

IPA: /lɛkˈsɪkəlaɪˌzeɪʃən/

KK: /lɛkˈsɪkəlɪzeɪʃən/

noun

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.

lexicalization

IPA: /lɛkˈsɪkəlaɪˌzeɪʃən/

KK: /lɛkˈsɪkəlɪzeɪʃən/

noun

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.

lexically

IPA: /ˈlɛksɪkli/

KK: /ˈlɛksɪkli/

adverb

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.

lexicographic

IPA: /ˌlɛksɪkəˈɡræfɪk/

KK: /lɛksɪkəˈɡræfɪk/

adjective

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.

lexicographical

IPA: /ˌlɛksɪkəˈɡræfɪkəl/

KK: /lɛksɪkəˈɡræfɪkəl/

adjective

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.

lexicological

IPA: /ˌlɛksɪkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

KK: /lɛksɪkəˈlɑgɪkəl/

adjective

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.

lexicon

IPA: /ˈlɛksɪkən/

KK: /ˈlɛksɪkən/

noun

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.

lexis

IPA: /ˈlɛksɪs/

KK: /ˈlɛksɪs/

noun

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.

likewise

IPA: /ˈlaɪkˌwaɪz/

KK: /ˈlaɪkˌwaɪz/

adverb

Definition: In the same way; similarly; also.

Example: She enjoys reading, and likewise, she loves writing.

linguistical

IPA: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪkəl/

KK: /lɪŋˈɡwɪstɪkəl/

adjective

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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