Definition of LEXICALIZATION

lexicalization

Plural: lexicalizations

Noun

  • the process of making a word to express a concept
  • The act or process of lexicalizing.
  • Something lexicalized: a word, collocation, or symbol that has been lexicalized.

Origin / Etymology

From lexicalize + -ation.

Synonyms

lexicalisation

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