neologism
n.
new expression; new word; modern usage of words or expressions
Neologism
A neologism is a
word,
term, or
phrase which has been recently created ("coined") — often to apply to new concepts, to synthesize pre-existing concepts, or to make older terminology sound more contemporary. Neologisms are especially useful in identifying
inventions, new
phenomena, or old
ideas which have taken on a new cultural context. The term "
e-mail", as used today, is an example of a neologism.
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Neologism
neologism
Noun
1. a newly invented word or phrase
(synonym) neology, coinage
(hypernym) word
(hyponym) blend, portmanteau word, portmanteau
2. the act of inventing a word or phrase
(synonym) neology, coinage
(hypernym) invention
Neologism
(n.)
The introduction of new words, or the use of old words in a new sense.
(n.)
A new word, phrase, or expression.
(n.)
A new doctrine; specifically, rationalism.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), edited by Noah Porter.
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