Word of the Week - Neologism

August 2, 2006 on 10:15 am | In Uncategorized |

ne�ol�o�gism   (n-l-jzm)

n.

  1. A new word, expression, or usage.
  2. The creation or use of new words or senses.
  3. Psychology.
    1. The invention of new words regarded as a symptom of certain psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia.
    2. A word so invented.
  4. Theology. A new doctrine or a new interpretation of scripture.

Source: Dictionary.com

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  1. Well, you learn something new everyday!

    Comment by Carris — August 2, 2006 #

  2. Stealing my word of the week segment. You should be ashamed.

    Comment by Janelle — August 4, 2006 #

  3. OH paul! how shameful!:P

    Comment by Carris — August 5, 2006 #

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