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lexicography

Pronunciation: /ˌlɛksɪˈkɒgrəfi/

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Definition of lexicography

noun

[mass noun]
  • the activity or occupation of compiling dictionaries: Webster’s name had become famous before he embarked on his career in lexicography

Derivatives

lexicographic

Pronunciation: /-kəˈgrafɪk/

adjective

lexicographical

Pronunciation: /-kəˈgrafɪk(ə)l/

adjective

lexicographically

Pronunciation: /-kəˈgrafɪk(ə)li/

adverb

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Definition of lexicography in the US English dictionary

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