lex

/leks/

Definitions

1. noun

a rule or body of rules; a code of law; the structure and organization of a language

“The city’s lex is strict, with severe penalties for breaking the rules.”

2. noun

the total amount of something, especially a language, that a person knows or can understand

“She had a good lex of French, but struggled with the nuances of the language.”

3. verb

to examine or interpret something, especially a text or language

“The linguist lexed the ancient manuscript to understand its meaning.”

4. verb

to regulate or control something, especially a language or behavior

“The government lexed the media to prevent the spread of misinformation.”

5. verb

to have or use knowledge of something, especially a language

“She lexed multiple languages and was able to communicate with people from different cultures.”

Synonyms

  • code
  • language
  • law
  • regulation

Antonyms

  • anarchy
  • chaos
  • lawlessness