Meaning of paralexicon | Babel Free
/pæɹəˈlɛksɪkɒn/Definitions
A parallel set of vocabulary within a language, e.g. a formal register, ritual language or secret cant, code switching
Examples
“A frequent function of the paralexicon is secrecy. […] Sometimes the paralexicon is acquired during childhood as a first language, Ma'a [a paralexicon of Mbugu] for example. In many cases it is acquired later, such as registers of respect, initiation languages and languages created by adolescents.”
Norval Smith & Tonjes Veenstra (2001) Creolization and Contact, p. 121–122.
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.