neologism

Definitions

1. A word or phrase which has recently been coined; a new word or phrase.
   countable
2. neologism (a word or phrase which has recently been coined)
3. An existing word or phrase which has gained a new meaning.
   broadly, countable
4. The act or instance of coining, or uttering a new word.
   uncountable
5. The newly coined, meaningless words or phrases of someone with a psychosis, usually schizophrenia.
   countable, uncountable
6. Synonym of neology.
   countable, historical, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“These neologisms demonstrate⟳ the cumulative quality of language, in which we use⟳ the known to describe⟳ the unknown.”

“Neologizing, the practice of coining new words, may seem to be an arcane, specialized activity, but it's everywhere -- and the skillful employment of neologism is what gives English much of its verve.”

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