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lexis
This term is primarily used in linguistics and academic discourse to describe the entire inventory of words in a language. It carries a technical, clinical tone and is rarely encountered in casual conversation, where words like vocabulary or terminology are preferred.
Because it refers to a collective body of words, it functions as an uncountable noun. It does not take a plural form in standard English usage; one does not refer to multiple lexises, but rather to different sets of lexis or specific vocabularies.
Meanings
The total vocabulary of a language, or a specific set of words used in a particular field or by a particular group.
The linguist analyzed the lexis of legal documents to identify specialized terminology.
Examples
The student analyzed the lexis of the ancient manuscript to determine its origin.
Medical lexis can be daunting for those without a background in science.
I wonder if the lexis of modern teenagers is evolving faster than ever before.
The professor explained how the lexis of a language reflects its cultural values.
Legal lexis is often characterized by archaic terms and complex phrasing.
The researcher focused on the specialized lexis used by deep sea divers.
The researcher focused on the specialized lexis used by deep sea divers.
Their shared professional lexis allowed them to communicate complex ideas efficiently.
Their shared professional lexis allowed them to communicate complex ideas efficiently.
The poet carefully selected his lexis to evoke a sense of melancholy.