Definitions

1. verb

to make a word or phrase part of a vocabulary, especially by incorporating it into a dictionary or glossary.

“The linguist chose to lexiconize the regional dialect in her research paper.”

2. verb

to enter or add words to a dictionary or glossary.

“The lexicographer spent years lexiconizing the language, creating a comprehensive guide to its usage.”

3. noun

the act of adding words to a dictionary or glossary.

“The process of lexiconization has been an ongoing effort by linguists and lexicographers.”