lexicography

/ˌlɛksɪˈkɒɡɹəfi/ /-sə-/

Meanings

noun

The art or craft of compiling, writing, and editing dictionaries.

Examples :

"The professor specialized in lexicography, spending years researching and writing definitions for a new online dictionary. "

noun

The scholarly discipline of analysing and describing the semantic, syntagmatic and paradigmatic relationships within the lexicon (vocabulary) of a language and developing theories of dictionary components and structures linking the data in dictionaries.

Examples :

"Sentence: "Professor Lee's course on lexicography taught us how dictionaries are made and how words relate to each other." "

language linguistics writing education

noun

A dictionary, a lexicon, a wordbook.

Examples :

"The professor recommended a course in lexicography for students interested in creating dictionaries. "

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Related Words

researching verb

/rɪˈsɜːrtʃɪŋ/ /riˈsɜːrtʃɪŋ/

To search or examine with continued care; to seek diligently.

"She is researching different types of dogs to help her family choose the best pet. "

dictionary noun

/ˈdɪkʃəˌnɛɹi/ /ˈdɪkʃ(ə)n(ə)ɹi/

A reference work with a list of words from one or more languages, normally ordered alphabetically, explaining each word's meaning, and sometimes containing information on its etymology, pronunciation, usage, translations, and other data.

"To understand the word "optimistic," I looked it up in the dictionary. "

syntagmatic adjective

/ˌsɪntæɡˈmætɪk/ /ˌsɪnˌtæɡˈmætɪk/

Of or pertaining to a syntagma.

"The syntagmatic relationship between "eat," "pizza," and "often" determines the sentence's meaning. "

specialized verb

/ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/ /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

To make distinct or separate, particularly:

"The chef specialized his menu, separating the vegetarian dishes from the meat dishes. "

definitions noun

/ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃ(ə)nz/

A statement of the meaning of a word or word group or a sign or symbol (dictionary definitions).

"The vocabulary quiz required us to write definitions for ten new words. "

recommended verb

/ˌɹɛkəˈmɛndɪd/

To bestow commendation on; to represent favourably; to suggest, endorse or encourage as an appropriate choice.

"The board recommends Philips, given his ample experience in similar positions."

vocabulary noun

/vəʊˈkabjʊləɹɪ/ /voʊˈkæbjəlɛɹi/

A usually alphabetized and explained collection of words e.g. of a particular field, or prepared for a specific purpose, often for learning.

"The student used the new vocabulary list to learn the names of different flowers. "

describing verb

/dɪˈskraɪbɪŋ/

To represent in words.

"The feeling is difficult to describe, but not unpleasant."

relationships noun

/rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪps/ /rɪˈleɪʃʌnʃɪps/

Connection or association; the condition of being related.

"Building strong relationships with classmates can make learning more enjoyable. "

paradigmatic noun

/pɛɹ.ə.dɪɡ.ˈmæ.tɪk/

A writer of memoirs of religious persons, as examples of Christian excellence.

"Professor Johnson, a noted paradigmatic, dedicated his life to writing inspiring biographies of missionaries, showcasing their selfless acts and unwavering faith. "

discipline noun

/ˈdɪ.sə.plɪn/

A controlled behaviour; self-control.

"Maintaining good discipline in class is essential for learning. "

dictionaries noun

/ˈdɪkʃənˌɛriz/ /ˈdɪkʃəˌnɛriz/

A reference work with a list of words from one or more languages, normally ordered alphabetically, explaining each word's meaning, and sometimes containing information on its etymology, pronunciation, usage, translations, and other data.

"Students use dictionaries to understand the meaning of new words they learn in class. "