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Lexicography

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Dictionary CraftPlay
Lexicography involves careful selection of words to be defined in dictionaries. SlideModern lexicography involves analyzing vast amounts of language data.
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Cultural RelevancePlay
Lexicography often reflects cultural changes as new words are added over time. SlideHer work in lexicography introduced internet slang to the official dictionary.
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Accuracy mattersPlay
Precision is key in lexicography to ensure words are defined correctly. SlideLexicography requires reviewing multiple sources to define a word correctly.