Knowledge Representation in Dictionaries. Keynote address 4th Euralex Congress, September 1994 Amsterdam. (original) (raw)

This keynote address discusses the role of linguistics in dictionary creation, particularly in relation to the Dutch Big Van Dale. The speaker outlines the five criteria for evaluating dictionary definitions—completeness, consistency, correctness, currency, and citation—using chess as a model to illustrate the application of these criteria to various structured knowledge domains. A critical perspective is offered on the shortcomings of the Van Dale dictionary and insights are provided into how dictionaries can incorporate more rigorous semantic frameworks to enhance understanding.