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LEXICALIZE

(verb)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Lexicalize.

Lexicalize - as a verb

Make or coin into a word or accept a new word into the lexicon of a language

Example: "The concept expressed by german `gemuetlichkeit' is not lexicalized in english"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lexicalise

Example Sentences

"Linguists often lexicalize words that are unique to a particular language."
"Translators need to lexicalize idiomatic expressions to convey their meaning in another language."
"Children typically lexicalize new vocabulary as they learn to speak."
"In some languages, emotions that are difficult to express are lexicalized in a single word."
"The poet skillfully lexicalizes complex feelings in his verses."
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Word Game Points

Is LEXICALIZE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lexicalize is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LEXICALIZE has a SCRABBLE points total of 28.

Is LEXICALIZE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lexicalize is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LEXICALIZE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 31.

Is LEXICALIZE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lexicalize is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LEXICALIZE has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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