Lexikos (Greek for "of or for words") is a journal for the lexicographical specialist and has been published by the Bureau of the WAT in the AFRILEX Series since 1991. In 1996 it became the mouthpiece of the African Association for Lexicography which is at present the joint publisher of Lexikos.
Lexikos is the only journal in Africa which is exclusively devoted to lexicography. At present it is circulated in 23 countries and contributes enormously to stimulate the lexicographical discourse in Africa and further.
Lexikos is published annually and volume 19 is presently available.
The online version of Lexikos is available here.
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