What does lect mean?
Lect means (linguistics, sociolinguistics) A specific form of a language or language cluster: a language or a dialect..
Lect
/lɛkt/ · noun
Meaning
(linguistics, sociolinguistics) A specific form of a language or language cluster: a language or a dialect..
Example Sentences
Meronyms: lexicon, grammar, sublect
These, together with (some) Romansh lects, belong to our West Rhaetian; the /ȫ/ also supported by two lects from the Ticino which by our criteria are NWIt, and by the partially umlauting lects of Lombardy which together with (some) Engadine lects belong to our East Rhaetian.
Synonyms for lect
Antonyms for lect
Related Words
Word Forms
- lects
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for lect?
Common synonyms include code, idiom, languoid, variety.
What is the opposite of lect?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use lect in a sentence?
Meronyms: lexicon, grammar, sublect
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