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lexicalize v. t.

To make into a word, coin into a word; as, The concept expressed by German "Gemuetlichkeit" is not lexicalized in English.

To increase the importance of, or emphasis on, words as opposed to other parts of a theory or program; said of grammatical theories and computer programs, especially programs for understanding language; as, lexicalized tree-adjoining grammar.

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Etymology of 'Lexicalize'

Collaborative International Dictionary of English 0.48

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Words linked to "Lexicalize" : lexicalization, articulate, formulate, phrase, give voice, lexicalise