Novo dicionário da língua portuguesa by Cândido de Figueiredo
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Figueiredo, Cândido de, 1846-1925
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"Novo Dicionário da Língua Portuguesa" by Cândido de Figueiredo is a comprehensive dictionary written in the early 20th century. This lexicographic work seeks to compile and standardize Portuguese vocabulary, reflecting contemporary linguistic practices while also incorporating historical and regional terms. The book aims to enrich the language by ...
motivation for creating a new lexicon and reflects on past dictionaries’ shortcomings. Cândido de Figueiredo criticizes previous works for their lack of completeness and alignment with modern usage, noting that many common and valuable terms, especially from popular and scientific contexts, were missing. He emphasizes the importance of including a diverse array of terms to reflect the richness of the Portuguese language and its evolution, particularly highlighting the lexicon's role in bridging regional dialects and contemporary vocabulary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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