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Lexical Entry

Definition:

A lexical entry refers to a word or phrase that has been included in a dictionary, providing its various linguistic aspects such as spelling, pronunciation, definition, and grammatical information.

Pronunciation:

/ˈlɛksɪkəl ˈɛntri/

Part of Speech:

Noun

Sense 1:

The main word or headword that forms the basis of a dictionary entry.

Example Sentence:

"The lexical entry 'dog' includes its definition, synonyms, antonyms, and various other details."

Sense 2:

A specific entrance point in a dictionary for a word, typically represented by alphabetical order.

Example Sentence:

"To find the meaning of the term 'apple', you need to locate its lexical entry in the dictionary under the letter 'A'."

Sense 3:

A record of a word or phrase, including its different forms, word classes, and additional information.

Example Sentence:

"The lexical entry for the verb 'run' would include its present, past, and future tenses as well as its noun and adjective forms."

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