How to add a word to the dictionary – Ilan Stavans

Explore the history of the Merriam-Webster Dictionary and learn how old words are redefined and new words are added.

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Although the concept of a dictionary dates back to ancient civilizations, the first English dictionary was not published until 1604. In the centuries that followed, many other dictionaries were written by individual authors who chose what they wanted. wanted to include or exclude, most quickly becoming obsolete. . A 19th century lexicon suffered a different fate. Ilan Stavans looks at the history of Webster's dictionary.

Lesson by Ilan Stavans, directed by Lisa LaBracio.

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