What is another word for onomasiology?
Pronunciation: [ˌɒnəmˌasɪˈɒləd͡ʒi] (IPA) 
Onomasiology is the study of the naming process and the relationship between a word and the object it represents. Synonyms for onomasiology include the study of name creation, word identification and the naming process. It is also known as the study of lexical semantics, the study of word meaning and the study of the correlation between language and thought. Onomasiology is a fundamental branch of linguistics, and its importance is highlighted in the systematic study of language and the evolution of vocabulary. It plays an essential role in understanding the origin, function, and evolution of words, and it is a valuable tool for improving language education and developing language technology.
