SPECIFIC FEATURES OF POLYFUNCTIONAL WORDS IN ENGLISH LEXICOGRAPHY
Keywords:
Polyfunctional words, English lexicography, semantic roles, lexicographic methodology, corpus linguistics, dictionary compilation, word semantics, linguistic polyfunctionality, lexical entries, contextual meaning,Abstract
This research examines the distinctive features of polyfunctional words in English lexicography, focusing on their multiple semantic roles and representation in modern dictionaries. The study analyzes the complexities of documenting and categorizing words that serve multiple grammatical and semantic functions, particularly addressing the challenges lexicographers face in accurately representing these meanings. Through a comprehensive analysis of major English dictionaries and lexicographic practices, this research highlights the patterns of polyfunctional word entries, their hierarchical organization, and the evolving approaches to their documentation. The findings reveal the importance of context-based definitions, the role of corpus linguistics in identifying usage patterns, and the need for systematic approaches in representing polyfunctional words in modern lexicography. This study contributes to the ongoing discussion of lexicographic methodology and provides insights for improving the documentation of polyfunctional words in English dictionaries:
