lexicography
/ˌleksɪˈkɒɡrəfi/ · /ˌleksɪˈkɑːɡrəfi/
CEFR level C2Topic EducationWord #7234 in the learning path
词典编纂；词典学
Definitions
n. The practice or study of writing and editing dictionaries.
词典编纂；词典学
Example
My aunt works in lexicography and loves discussing words.
我姑姑从事词典编纂工作，很喜欢讨论词语。
Digital lexicography allows dictionary editors to track changes in language through large collections of authentic examples.
数字词典编纂使编辑能够通过大量真实用例追踪语言变化。
Collocations
- digital lexicography
- practical lexicography
- a career in lexicography
Word family
- lexicographer (n.)
- lexicographic (adj.)
- lexicographical (adj.)
Usage tip
指词典编纂或其研究，通常作不可数名词。
FAQ
- What does lexicography mean?
- The practice or study of writing and editing dictionaries.
- How is lexicography pronounced?
- UK /ˌleksɪˈkɒɡrəfi/, US /ˌleksɪˈkɑːɡrəfi/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
