THE STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONS OF LINGUISTIC EXPLANATORY DICTIONARIES
Keywords:
linguistic explanatory dictionary; structure; functions; semantics; lexicography; pragmatics; language descriptionAbstract
This article explores the structure and functions of linguistic explanatory dictionaries,
which serve as essential tools in linguistic research, language teaching, and cultural communication.
Explanatory dictionaries not only provide definitions of lexical units but also reveal semantic,
grammatical, stylistic, and pragmatic features of words. The study emphasizes the role of dictionary
entries in reflecting the dynamic nature of language and in supporting users with both linguistic and
extralinguistic information. Furthermore, attention is given to the structural organization of entries, the
hierarchy of meanings, and the system of cross-references, which contribute to the functionality and
user-friendliness of such dictionaries. By analyzing these features, the research highlights how
explanatory dictionaries function as both reference and educational resources in the modern linguistic
context.
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