Publication of John Bullokar's English Expositor
- When
- 1616
- Where
- Unresolved
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In 1616, English physician and lexicographer John Bullokar published 'An English Expositor'. The work focused on interpreting difficult words in the English language and is recognized for its contribution to the development of English dictionaries.
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Background and detail
Publication Details. Bullokar authored 'An English Expositor: Teaching the Interpretation of the Hardest Words Used in our Language,' published in 1616. The work aimed to clarify the meaning of complex terms in the English language.
Historical Significance. Linguists and lexicographers recognize John Bullokar for his contribution to the development of the English dictionary. His 1616 work, 'An English Expositor', is the specific text associated with this recognition in the supplied sources.
People involved
- John Bullokar · Author and Lexicographer
Sources
- John Bullokar Wikipedia, revision of 2025-02-12
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