
Fiat Lex: A Dictionary Podcast My Blue God: Hard Words
Jun 28, 2018
Lexicographers discuss the challenges of defining hard words. They explore the complexities of words with multiple meanings and borrowed from other languages. The hosts delve into the process of defining words for a dictionary and share humorous anecdotes. They also discuss the challenges of defining towns, regions, and the word 'God'.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Understanding Hard Words and their Definitions
02:40 • 8min
Exploring the Complexity of the Word 'Take'
10:29 • 2min
Defining Words for a Dictionary
12:10 • 6min
The Complexity of Defining Towns and Regions
18:15 • 6min
Defining the Word 'God' for a Dictionary Entry
24:00 • 8min
