WORDS
IDIOMS
REAL-LIFE
MYSTERY
100

"Google" is originally a company. What is it now?

A verb " to search online"

100

"Break the ice" means...?

Start a conversation

100

What does "selfie" mean?

A photo you take of yourself

100

What process creates grammar, not words?

Grammaticalization

200

Is blackmail literal or lexicalized?

Lexicalized

200

"Spill the beans" means..?

Reveal a secret

200

"Screenshot" is an example of what?

Lexicalized modern word

200

What is the original meaning of "spam"?

A type of canned meat

300

What does "brunch" mean?

Breakfast+lunch (blending)

300

"Kick the bucket" means..?

To die

300

"Cloud" in technology means..?

Online storage

300

What is the main feature of lexicalized expressions?

Fixed meaning

400

What process formed "ad" from "advertisement"?

Clipping

400

Are idioms literal or lexicalized?

Lexicalized

400

Why do modern words become lexicalized quickly?

Technology+frequent use

400

Give one example of lexicalization and explain it briefly?

"mouse" computer device