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philology

 

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Noun philology has 1 sense
  1. linguistics, philology - the humanistic study of language and literature
    --1 is a kind of humanistic discipline, humanities, liberal arts, arts

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Philology

Definition: Philology is the study of language and literature, with a focus on historical and classical texts, their origins, forms, and meanings.

Sense 1 (Noun): The academic discipline that comprises the study of language and literature, particularly historical and classical texts.

Example sentence: As a philology student, she delved deep into researching ancient manuscripts and deciphering their meanings.

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Sense 2 (Noun): A particular form or usage of a language.

Example sentence: The philology of Old English reveals the evolution of the language over time.

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Sense 3 (Noun): The love for words or language study.

Example sentence: His passion for philology led him to collect and analyze dictionaries from various civilizations.

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Sense 4 (Noun): The critical interpretation and analysis of literary works, including historical context and language usage.

Example sentence: The philology of Shakespeare's sonnets uncovered new layers of meaning, shedding light on the poet's intentions.

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Sense 5 (Noun): The study and interpretation of ancient texts, including their language, historical context, and cultural significance.

Example sentence: The philology of Egyptian hieroglyphics allows us to understand the religious beliefs of the Civilization of Ancient Egypt.

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Sense 6 (Noun): The historical development and change of languages.

Example sentence: Linguists trace the philology of the English language back to its Germanic origins.

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