Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lexicology
Noun
/ˌlɛksɪˈkɒlədʒi/
Definition
The study of words and their meanings.
Examples
- The lexicology of the English language reveals how words have evolved over time.
- Researchers in lexicology analyze the nuances of word usage in different contexts.
- Her interest in lexicology led her to write a comprehensive thesis on word formation.
Meaning
Lexicology is the branch of linguistics that deals with the analysis, description, and classification of words.
Synonyms
- Word study
- Semantic analysis
- Vocabulary study
