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lemmas

/ˈlɛməz/

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noun

A proposition proved or accepted for immediate use in the proof of some other proposition.

Examples :

"In geometry class, we used a few lemmas, like "all right angles are congruent," to prove the more complex Pythagorean theorem. "

math logic theory

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noun

The canonical form of an inflected word; i.e., the form usually found as the headword in a dictionary, such as the nominative singular of a noun, the bare infinitive of a verb, etc.

Examples :

"When creating a vocabulary list, the teacher instructed the students to include the lemmas, like "run" for "running" and "good" for "better," instead of just the inflected forms they found in the text. "

linguistics grammar word

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noun

(psycholinguistics) The theoretical abstract conceptual form of a word, representing a specific meaning, before the creation of a specific phonological form as the sounds of a lexeme, which may find representation in a specific written form as a dictionary or lexicographic word.

Examples :

"While searching for the right word to describe her feelings, Sarah knew the lemmas representing "sadness" and "disappointment" were relevant, but she couldn't quite find the exact word to express the specific shade of emotion she felt. "

linguistics word language mind theory communication science education

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noun

The outer shell of a fruit or similar body.

Examples :

"After husking the corn, we noticed the lemmas were very thin and easily peeled away. "

fruit plant biology

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noun

One of the specialized bracts around the floret in grasses.

Examples :

"The botanist carefully examined the grass florets, noting the color and shape of the lemmas surrounding each one. "

plant biology part