lexicon (ˈlɛksɪkən
)
Definitions
noun
- a dictionary, esp one of an ancient language such as Greek or Hebrew
- a list of terms relating to a particular subject
- the vocabulary of a language or of an individual
- linguistics the set of all the morphemes of a language
Word Origin
C17: New Latin, from Greek lexikon , n use of lexikos relating to words, from Greek lexis word, from legein to speakUsage examples
Most of Andy's scorn, I could tell from his lexicon , was exaggerated musical jealousy.
, MUSIC FOR BOYS (2003)To be sure, collaborating with competitors is not exactly a new phrase in the ceo's lexicon.
Business Today (1996)But more than the visual perception, the CBC has embraced the Palestinian lexicon.
Ottawa Sun (2003)Like it or not, Ground Zero has entered the lexicon of must-see tourist attractions.
Sun, News of the World (2002)We have, in fact,' he continued, borrowing a phrase from the YMCA's lexicon , `become a property-owning democracy.
, THE GUARDSMEN (2004)