One important goal of lexicography is to keep the lexicographic information costs incurred by dictionary users as low as possible. Nielsen (2008) suggests relevant aspects for lexicographers to consider when making dictionaries as they all affect the users' impression and actual use of specific dictionaries.

Why is the study of lexicography is important in linguistics?

Lexicography, as a linguistic subfield of scholarly discipline, is a scholarly discipline that involves compiling, writing, or editing dictionaries. In its both forms of theoretical and practical types, the discipline serves as the reliable source of information for language users.

What is lexicography example?

For example, a dictionary that is compiled of slang and colloquialisms of a language would be considered a special lexicographic work. Some other examples of specialized lexicography include compilations of etymologies, legal, synonyms, quotations, or Shakespearean terms.