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Onomasiology

Definition:

Onomasiology is the branch of linguistics concerned with the study of the naming process and the way people find and select words to express their thoughts and concepts.

Sample sentences:

1. Onomasiology examines how we go about finding the right words to convey our meaning.
2. The onomasiological approach explores the relationship between thought and language.
3. Studying onomasiology helps us understand the cultural and social implications of word choice.

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