Lexicalization, polysemy and loanwords in anger: A comparison with non-affective domains in Middle English

This paper compares the Middle English lexis of anger with that of nine non-affective domains. We first investigate lexicalization, polysemy, replacement and retention, and then focus on semantic overlap between French / Latin loanwords in Middle English and their etyma. Results show that anger is m...

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Main Authors: Louise Sylvester, Megan Tiddeman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Université Jean Moulin - Lyon 3 2024-10-01
Series:Lexis: Journal in English Lexicology
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Online Access:https://journals.openedition.org/lexis/8687
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