Lexical

Lexical refers to aspects of language that concern words themselves, especially their meanings, forms, and roles within a vocabulary system. Lexical study examines how words are defined, related to one another, and used in different contexts. This includes attention to word choice, semantic range, and patterns of usage across texts or speakers. The term separates vocabulary-level concerns from grammatical structure, allowing analysis of how meaning is carried by words independently of syntax. Lexical analysis is central to understanding language change, translation, and interpretation.