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Why are some words not in the dictionary?
But exclusion from our abridged dictionaries does not mean the word is not in any Merriam-Webster dictionary. However, it is worth noting that words are sometimes missing from the dictionary because they are too new, too specialized, “nonlexical”, or otherwise inappropriate for entry into the dictionary.
What do you call a word that is not in the dictionary?
“At first glance, it seems it may be turning into what linguist Ben Zimmer calls an ‘anachronym,’ a word or phrase that remains in usage even as behaviors change.”
What does it mean to be a systematic person?
If you do something systematically, you do it in an orderly, methodical way. Someone who systematically records her dreams is careful to write them in a notebook every single morning. Use the adverb systematically when you describe something that’s carried out in a deliberate way, especially following a plan.
What do you call a person who loves to be alone?
You could call this type a “hermit” or a “recluse,” but it’s more fun to say troglodyte. Nowadays, a troglodyte generally refers to someone who lives alone, like a hermit. If you don’t mind having a dirty hole for a home, then perhaps you are a troglodyte.
What do you call someone who loves love?
A person who loves romance is a romantic. Since French is the languange of romance, an extreme romantic could be called a romantique.
What does the word systematic mean *?
Definition of systematic 1 : relating to or consisting of a system. 2 : presented or formulated as a coherent body of ideas or principles systematic thought. 3a : methodical in procedure or plan a systematic approach a systematic scholar. b : marked by thoroughness and regularity systematic efforts.
Is being systematic good?
Better occupation/job/organization fit is associated with greater job satisfaction, which in turn is associated with greater life satisfaction. Research evidence suggests that systematic career exploration is effective at helping people choose occupations that can be a good fit for them.
Why do you have to know the part of speech of a given word in a dictionary?
An individual word can function as more than one part of speech when used in different circumstances. Understanding parts of speech is essential for determining the correct definition of a word when using the dictionary. A noun is the name of a person, place, thing, or idea.
How do you explain context to a child?
Kids Definition of context 1 : the words that are used with a certain word in writing or speaking Without the context, I don’t know what he meant by the word “odd.” 2 : the situation in which something happens The book considers her actions in their historical context.