Explanation
The adoption of an additional meaning for an existing word under the influence of a corresponding word in another language. It lets contact alter conceptual range without importing a new phonological form.
Example
The concept becomes visible in use and can be followed as a movement of interpretation.
Counterexample
A semantic loan borrows meaning; a loanword borrows lexical form.
Distinction
A semantic loan borrows meaning; a loanword borrows lexical form.
Effect on thought and perception
It lets contact alter conceptual range without importing a new phonological form.
Resonance
It lets contact alter conceptual range without importing a new phonological form.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Semantic loan“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-ETY-W0278. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-ETY-W0278The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.