lexicography

 
Pronunciation: /ˌlɛksɪˈkɒgrəfi/

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