Lexicography — Definition & Meaning

What does lexicography mean?

noun

The study of words and their meanings, including the collection and analysis of words and their usage in language. It involves the compilation of dictionaries and other reference works.

Example

"The lexicographer spent years researching the etymology of obscure words."

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Etymologically related

Greek: λέξις (lexis), meaning 'word' or 'speech'; Greek: γράφω (graphō), meaning 'to write'; Latin: scriptus, meaning 'written'

Synonyms for lexicography

lexicology etymology semantics linguistics word study dictionary making

Rhymes with lexicography

lexicon lexic logic dialogic