: Explores the nature, sources, and structure of the lexicon, including etymology and "lexical dimensions" like slang and taboos.
: Examines varieties of discourse and regional, social, personal, and electronic variations, such as "Netspeak" and social media language. The Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language
: New coverage of forensic linguistics , gender identities in language, and the use of "big data" in linguistics. : Explores the nature, sources, and structure of
The most recent edition includes significant updates to reflect 21st-century developments: : Explores the nature
The encyclopedia is organized into six thematic parts containing 25 chapters, totaling over 500 pages.
: Breaks down grammatical mythology, word structure (morphology), word classes, and sentence structure (syntax).
The third edition is available in multiple formats from various retailers: