Modern Social Science Research

Russia has a long history of adopting loanwords, and its lexicographical tradition holds significant importance globally. Within Russia’s lexicographical system, loanword dictionaries occupy a pivotal position, reflecting not only the history and development of Russian loanwords but also the interactions and influence between Russian and other languages. This paper explores the characteristics and explanatory principles of Russian loanword lexicography, examining the compilation rules and patterns of loanwords in Russian dictionaries. The aim is to provide a theoretical foundation for the study of loanwords and offer practical insights for the compilation of Russian loanword dictionaries. The paper specifically analyzes the structure, selection criteria, etymological explanations, and semantic evolution of Russian loanword dictionaries, highlighting the development trends and innovations in this field. Further advancement of Russian loanword lexicography theory and practice will not only facilitate the in-depth exploration of related research but also enrich and improve the theoretical framework of lexicography, providing valuable references for the compilation of loanword dictionaries in China.

Russian; Loanwords; Lexicography