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Abstract
This article seeks to contribute to a more holistic understanding of how vocabulary functions as both a linguistic and cultural resource. In doing so, it highlights the interconnected nature of word form and meaning in shaping the expressive capacities of modern English. This article has explored the dynamic interplay between structural and semantic parameters in the development of modern English vocabulary, drawing on both theoretical frameworks and empirical data from established corpora. The findings confirm that the English lexicon is not static but actively evolving, shaped by sociocultural, technological, and cognitive forces.
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