Concurrent Over- and Under-treatment in Dictionaries. A Response

Author: Botha, Willem

Source: International Journal of Lexicography, Volume 18, Number 1, March 2005 , pp. 77-87(11)

Publisher: Oxford University Press

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Abstract:

In my response I will attempt to establish what the WAT, Afrikaans lexicography and lexicography in general can gain by a discussion of Gilles-Maurice de Schryver's article. Let me start by expressing my appreciation for G.-M. De Schryver and D.J. Prinsloo's efforts to develop a ‘Ruler’ for all eleven official languages of South Africa. I have no doubt that their efforts can make a big contribution to South African lexicography. I, however, also want to respond to the main arguments or points of criticism regarding the WAT.

Document Type: Research article

DOI: 10.1093/ijl/eci004

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