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noun
A word or phrase which has recently been coined; a new word or phrase.
These neologisms demonstrate the cumulative quality of language, in which we use the known to describe the unknown.
An existing word or phrase which has gained a new meaning.
The act or instance of coining, or uttering a new word.
Neologizing, the practice of coining new words, may seem to be an arcane, specialized activity, but it's everywhere -- and the skillful employment of neologism is what gives English much of its verve.
The newly coined, meaningless words or phrases of someone with a psychosis, usually schizophrenia.
Synonym of neology.