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Record 1 2012-07-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Lexicology, Lexicography, Terminology
DEF

A term whose meaning is readily understood from the form or meaning of its main components, e.g. energy-efficient building.

OBS

transparent term: term officially approved by the Terminology Branch, Public Works and Government Services Canada.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Lexicologie, lexicographie et terminologie
DEF

Terme dont le sens peut-être déduit de la forme ou du sens de ses principaux composants. Exemple: mortalité post-natale.

OBS

terme motivé : terme uniformisé par la Direction de la terminologie, Travaux publics et Services gouvernementaux Canada.

Spanish

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