COMPARATIVE STUDY OF SOCIALLY RESTRICTED LEXICON IN ENGLISH AND UZBEK: STRUCTURAL, SEMANTIC, AND STYLISTIC FEATURES
Keywords:
socially restricted lexicon, argot, jargon, slang, sociolinguistics, stylistics, English, Uzbek.Abstract
This article examines the structural, semantic, and stylistic features of socially restricted lexicon, focusing on argot and jargon in English and Uzbek languages. The study highlights how these lexical categories function within specific social groups, the underlying cultural and linguistic influences, and the classifications of their expression. Through comparative analysis, the paper uncovers the unique characteristics and similarities in the usage of slang, argot, and jargon across these languages, emphasizing their role in communication, cultural identity, and linguistic diversity.
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