“EXPRESSING THE LEXICAL-SEMANTIC FIELD OF THE MOUTH IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE” A PARADIGMATIC AND SYNTAGMATIC STUDY OF THE MEANS”

Abstract

Abstract: This article presents a paradigmatic and syntagmatic analysis of the 
lexical-semantic field "mouth" in English. The study aims to examine the diverse means 
of expression used to refer to this specific concept, thus providing insights into its 
linguistic representation. Through an extensive examination of various data sources, 
including  dictionaries,  corpora,  and  linguistic  resources,  the  study  identifies  a 
comprehensive range of lexical items related to the concept of "mouth." The analysis 
focuses on both the paradigmatic and syntagmatic dimensions of these expressions, 
aiming to capture their hierarchical relationships and usage patterns. The findings 
reveal  a  rich  network  of  expression  means  for  the  lexical-semantic  field  "mouth," 
showcasing the multifaceted nature of this concept in English. Moreover, the study 
sheds light on the nuanced relationships among the various terms, providing a deeper 
understanding of how they are selected and combined in different linguistic contexts. 
Ultimately,  this  research  contributes  to  the  field  of  lexical  semantics  and  provides 
valuable insights into the study of word meaning and conceptual categorization in 
English.