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Words in the Mind

Jean Aitchison · ISBN 9780470656471
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Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Author(s) Jean Aitchison
Subtitle An Introduction to the Mental Lexicon
Edition 4
Published 6th February 2012
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An Introduction to the Mental Lexicon

Featuring new coverage of the brain and language, and lexical
corpora, the 4th edition of Words in the Mind offers readers
the latest thinking about the ways in which we learn words,
remember them, understand them, and find the ones we want to use.

  • Explores the latest insights into the complex relationship
    between language, words, and the human mind, creating a rich and
    revealing resource for students and non-specialists alike

  • Addresses the structure and content of the human word-store
    ? the ?mental lexicon? ? with particular
    reference to the spoken language of native English speakers

  • Features a wealth of new material, including an all-new chapter
    focusing exclusively on the brain and language, and enhanced
    coverage of lexical corpora ? computerized databases ?
    and on lexical change of meaning

  • Incorporates numerous updates throughout, including expansion
    of many notes and suggestions for further reading

  • Comprises state-of-the-art research, yet remains accessible and
    student-friendly



 

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