Question

word meaning in the preface to a dictionary of the english language
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read the excerpts from samuel johnsons preface to a dictionary of the english language.
thus have i laboured by settling the orthography, displaying the analogy, regulating the structures, and ascertaining the signification of english words, to perform all the parts of a faithful lexicographer; but i have not always executed my own scheme, or satisfied my own expectations.
the underlined word emerges as a key term in the preface because johnson
○ hints at the economic importance of his dictionary
○ hopes that his dictionary will enlighten the uneducated.
○ seeks literary recognition for his publication.
○ strives to emphasize the effort his dictionary required.

Explanation:

In the pre - face, Johnson is focused on his literary work of creating a dictionary. He is concerned with the literary aspects such as orthography, analogy, structures, and signification of words. Seeking literary recognition for his publication makes a word a key term as it relates to the overall literary significance of his dictionary.

Answer:

C. seeks literary recognition for his publication.