He was a geologist who switched careers and became a prolific and adventurous journalist. He died at 82.

Well let's hope I don't regret posting this video lol I AM AWARE that there are other theories of meaning besides lexicography. But, as someone who values practicality, and also a lexicographer, I…

This publication is the first and long-awaited critical edition of the Dictionarium sinico-latinum (Chinese-Latin dictionary) by the Franciscan missionary Basilio Brollo (1648–1704; Chinese name, Ye Zunxiao 葉尊孝). This publication thoroughly researches for the first time a lexicographical milestone, copied and plagiarised for centuries as a fundamental linguistic instrument. It is aimed not only at scholars of missionary linguistics, lexicography, and lexicology, but also represents an essential

Description: The Université de Sherbrooke (UdeS) is seeking applications for a position as professor in French Linguistics with a specialization in lexicology (morphology, semantics or lexical pragmatics), and a strong interest in research on French in Quebec. This is a full-time tenure track position in the Arts, Languages and Literatures Department of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Functions: - Teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels. - Develop fundame

'It was everywhere,' says lexicography director, noting how 2026's Word of the Year evolved from internet slang into mainstream culture | Anadolu

'It was everywhere,' says lexicography director, noting how 2026's Word of the Year evolved from internet slang into mainstream culture | Anadolu

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Dictionary.com has selected 'maxxing' as its 2026 Word of the Year, reflecting a cultural trend of optimizing every aspect of life. The term, which involves adding 'maxxing' to various activities to indicate maximum optimization, has seen a significant surge in usage across digital media. Dictionary.com's lexicography director Steve Johnson noted that the word connects to multiple facets of modern life, from 'proteinmaxxing' for breakfast to 'tokenmaxxing' for AI use at work. The phenomenon originated in gaming communities like Dungeons & Dragons and later spread through online platforms, particularly 4chan, where terms like 'looksmaxxing' emerged. However, the term has moved beyond its origins to become mainstream, embraced by middle-aged individuals and corporate brands alike. Linguist Kelly Wright observes that 'maxxing' is highly adaptable, applicable to virtually any activity, and its popularity may be partly due to its phonetic appeal. While the term has roots in online communities associated with 'incel' culture, its current usage is largely disconnected from these origins. Researchers warn that the relentless pursuit of optimization through 'maxxing' could lead to unhealthy self-surveillance and unrealistic expectations about personal improvement. Despite concerns, linguists believe 'maxxing' has staying power, unlike fleeting trends such as '-licious', and may become a permanent part of the English language. The term's versatility and cultural resonance suggest it will continue to evolve as people find new ways to apply it to their daily routines.

The PhD program in Linguistics at Indiana University, Bloomington invites applications for the 2027-28 academic year and is pleased to announce an online open house: Wednesday, November 11 (1-2 pm, EST). The French Linguistics program offers a vibrant environment for French-specific training in core areas of linguistics (syntax, semantics, morphology, and phonology), as well as courses in the history of French, language contact, lexicology and lexicography, and pidgin / creole languages.

We are happy to announce the international conference Formulaic Language and Construction Grammar: Applications in Translation, Lexicography, and Foreign Language Teaching. Organized in the framework of the research project COST-Action 22115 A Multilingual Repository of Phraseme Constructions in Central and Eastern European Languages (PhraConRep), this conference aims to create a space for dialogue and scientific exchange on formulaic language in general, and in particular on “phraseme construct