Lexicalisation (Noun)
Meaning
The process of making a word to express a concept.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The linguist studied the lexicalisation of Indigenous languages to understand how they adapted to express modern concepts.
- The lexicalisation of "selfie" in the early 21st century exemplifies how a word can rapidly enter common usage to describe a specific behavior.
- The team of lexicographers focused on the lexicalisation of slang terms to keep the dictionary up-to-date with contemporary language.
- The concept of "fake news" led to a rapid lexicalisation of new words and phrases to describe the associated practices and phenomena.
- Researchers explored the lexicalisation of emotions in different languages to compare how cultures express and perceive feelings.