umoujúcich
Umoujícich is a fictional term used to describe a sociolinguistic phenomenon in which a community develops and maintains a shared sub-vocabulary that signals belonging and social relationships. The term is not attested in real scholarly literature and is presented here for illustrative purposes in a neutral, encyclopedia-style entry.
Etymology: The form umoujícich is a constructed neologism designed to resemble Central European linguistic patterns. It
Definition and core features: Umoujícich refers to three interrelated practices within a community: lexical innovation (creating
Origins and spread: In the hypothetical case study accompanying this entry, umoujícich is said to have emerged
Social implications: Scholars in this fictional framework note that umoujícich can reinforce social bonds and in-group
See also: sociolect, ethnolinguistic repertoire, language ideology. Note: This article concerns a fictional term and does