pure linguistics

Definitions

The study of language as a formal system, focusing on its internal structure, rules, and abstract properties independent of its social or practical applications.

A theoretical approach to linguistics that prioritizes the analysis of syntax, phonology, and semantics as autonomous, self-contained scientific disciplines.

Examples

While he enjoyed literature, his true passion lay in the study of pure linguistics and the structural analysis of syntax.

The university department decided to separate the applied language programs from the research focused on pure linguistics.

She argued that a deep understanding of pure linguistics is essential for anyone attempting to develop advanced natural language processing models.

Synonyms

theoretical linguistics general linguistics formal linguistics abstract linguistics descriptive linguistics structural linguistics core linguistics

Antonyms

applied linguistics sociolinguistics psycholinguistics computational linguistics historical linguistics pragmatics clinical linguistics