The Classification of Lexical Units Formed on the Basis of Whole–Part Relations (on the Example of Uzbek)
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The lexical units in Uzbek that are driven by whole-part relations (partonymic units) are described and classified in this paper. Following an overview of the theoretical underpinnings of mereological relations and lexical semantics, it is suggested categorizing Uzbek lexical items that encode whole-part relations into four main lexical-semantic groups: metaphorical/derivative partonymy, member-collective relations, physical-part meronyms, and substance-whole relations. In addition to discussing diagnostic criteria for membership and providing brief implications for lexicography and lexical database development, the paper uses Uzbek examples to illustrate each group. A brief list of pertinent works of literature is given.
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