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Definition of Neologism
1. Noun. A newly invented word or phrase.
Generic synonyms: Word
Specialized synonyms: Blend, Portmanteau, Portmanteau Word
Derivative terms: Coin
2. Noun. The act of inventing a word or phrase.
Definition of Neologism
1. n. The introduction of new words, or the use of old words in a new sense.
Definition of Neologism
1. Noun. (linguistics) A word or phrase which has recently been coined; a new word or phrase. ¹
2. Noun. (linguistics) The act or instance of coining, or uttering a new word. ¹
3. Noun. (psychiatry) The newly coined, meaningless words or phrases of someone with a psychosis, usually schizophrenia. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Neologism
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Neologism
1. A new word or phrase of the patient's own making often seen in schizophrenia (e.g., headshoe to mean hat), or an existing word used in a new sense; in psychiatry, such usages may have meaning only to the patient or be indicative of his condition. Origin: neo-+ G. Logos, word (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Neologism
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