Example sentences for: lexicographers

How can you use “lexicographers” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

  • Years ago, lexicographers used the label Colloquial to designate words and senses that were at a language level somewhat below that of formal usage but not so low down and dirty as to be considered Vulgar or Slang . A word like Goody!

  • Thereafter, I worked closely with the NYAS to gain the participation of linguists and lexicographers in the United States and abroad and to further the purpose of the conference.

  • Older dictionaries labeled the term Jewess as offensive, but I have heard Jewish women refer to themselves using the word, evidently oblivious to what lexicographers identified as insulting.

  • Many-- perhaps most--still rely on the subjective judgment of the lexicographers who compile them, aided often by a judicious perusal of what other dictionaries include.

  • For some reason unknown to lexicographers the word became popular, and it was but a matter of time before it was shortened to pommy and then pom , both of which were used adjectivally as well.


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