vocabulary
Translation
vocabulary, lexis, word-stock
Examples
He has a very large vocabulary.
He has a very large vocabulary.
I am trying to expand my English vocabulary.
I am trying to expand my English vocabulary.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) vocabulary He has a very large vocabulary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lexicon, word-stock, terminology
Etymology
From Latin 'vocabulum' (a word, name), from 'vocare' (to call).
Memory Tips
Think of 'vocare' (to call). Vocabulary is the set of words you can 'call' upon.