lexicography

IPA/ˌleksɪˈkɒɡrəfi/
IPA/ˌleksɪˈkɑːɡrəfi/

lexicography — noun

1. the work of researching, defining, and arranging the words of a language into a

1.名詞C1
釋義

the work of researching, defining, and arranging the words of a language into a dictionary or other reference book on words

例句

Quan spent ten years studying lexicography before joining the Oxford English Dictionary team.

lexicography + joining [institution] for career path

The university introduced a master's programme in lexicography for students interested in dictionary publishing.

programme in lexicography (academic discipline)

同義詞
  • dictionary-making

    less formal; used in everyday contexts rather than academic discussion

  • lexicology

    NOT a synonym — frequently confused; lexicology is the theoretical study of words, not the practical craft of compiling dictionaries

文法句型

lexicography is uncountable; used without 'a' or plural form

用法筆記

Lexicography is an uncountable noun — it is not used with 'a' or in the plural form ('lexicographies'). To refer to a single published work, use 'dictionary' or 'wordbook' instead.

常見錯誤

❌I bought a new lexicography.
✅I bought a new dictionary.
💡'lexicography' is the process or profession of making dictionaries, not the book itself.
❌She studies lexicography, which means she studies the history of words.
✅She studies lexicology, which is the study of the history and meaning of words.
💡'lexicography' is the practical work of compiling dictionaries, while 'lexicology' is the academic study of words and their origins.