The Polysemy in Georges Perec’s Crossword: Culioli’s Modelling Approach

Authors

  • Yasena Chantova University of Library Studies and Information Technologies, 119 "Tsarigradsko shose" Blvd., 1784, Sofia, Bulgaria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55630/dipp.2024.14.11

Keywords:

Polysemy, Operation of Location, Modelling, Crosswords, Semantics

Abstract

This article presents a discussion on polysemy in a crossword by Perec. We apply Culioli’s modelling approach in terms of operation of location and construction of a notion and its notional domain. Polysemy is seen as part of the intangible cultural heritage within languages.

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Published

2024-09-05

How to Cite

Chantova, Y. (2024). The Polysemy in Georges Perec’s Crossword: Culioli’s Modelling Approach. Digital Presentation and Preservation of Cultural and Scientific Heritage, 14, 125–134. https://doi.org/10.55630/dipp.2024.14.11