Special Research Initiatives - Grant ID: SR200200350

Funding Activity

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http://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/Web/Grant/Grant/SR200200350

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Active

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Funded Activity Summary

Metaphors and identities in the Australian vernacular. This project investigates the uniqueness of Australian vernacular English from the late 1800s until today. This is an area of vocabulary which most people find fascinating, and yet its formal study has been largely ignored. The project expects to develop a new understanding of Australia’s novel, often entertaining, use of words. Expected project outcomes include a better appreciation of Australian culture and identity, and by employing a new interdisciplinary approach. Benefits of the project include the development of podcasts, educational materials, and publications aimed at building an increased awareness of Australian English and its reflection of Australian culture and values.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-03-2021

End Date: 29-02-2024

Funding Scheme: Special Research Initiatives

Funding Amount: $282,726.00

Funder: Australian Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Linguistics | Lexicography | Language in Time and Space (incl. Historical Linguistics, Dialectology) | Language in Culture and Society (Sociolinguistics)

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

Understanding Australia's Past | Expanding Knowledge in Language, Communication and Culture |

Other Keywords

Expanding Knowledge in Language, Communication and Culture | Language in Culture and Society (Sociolinguistics) | Language in Time and Space (incl. Historical Linguistics, Dialectology) | Lexicography | Linguistics | Understanding Australia's Past

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