Lexicography
Lexicography
Lexicography (pronounced: lek-si-KOG-ruh-fee) is the practice of compiling, writing and editing dictionaries. It is a discipline that involves a systematic study of words, their nature, and function in language.
Etymology
The term 'Lexicography' is derived from the Greek words 'lexis' meaning 'word' and 'grapho' meaning 'to write'.
History
Lexicography has a long history that dates back to ancient civilizations. The first known dictionaries were cuneiform tablets from the Akkadian empire dating back to 2300 BC. The practice of lexicography evolved over time with the development of alphabets and writing systems.
Types of Lexicography
There are two main types of lexicography: Practical Lexicography and Theoretical Lexicography. Practical lexicography involves the process of writing and editing dictionaries. Theoretical lexicography, on the other hand, is the scholarly discipline of analyzing and describing the semantic, syntagmatic, and paradigmatic relationships within the lexicon of a specific language.
Related Terms
- Lexicographer: A person who compiles or writes a dictionary.
- Dictionary: A reference book containing an alphabetical list of words, with information given for each word.
- Etymology: The study of the origin of words and the way in which their meanings have changed throughout history.
- Semantics: The branch of linguistics and logic concerned with meaning.
- Syntax: The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lexicography
- Wikipedia's article - Lexicography
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