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mass media has accelerated the process of lexical borrowing.  The widespread use of
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            the internet, social networks, and global communication platforms has facilitated the
            rapid dissemination of new words and expressions across linguistic boundaries. As a
            result, languages are constantly adapting to new realities by incorporating foreign
            elements into their lexicons. This trend is particularly evident in the Uzbek language,
            where English borrowings have become increasingly common in everyday speech,
            especially among younger generations. Despite the benefits of borrowing, such as
            lexical  enrichment  and  increased  expressiveness,  it  also  raises  certain  concerns
            regarding language purity and identity. Some linguists and language policymakers
            argue  that  excessive  borrowing  may  lead  to the  erosion  of  native  vocabulary and
            cultural identity. Therefore, it is essential to strike a balance between adopting foreign
            elements  and  preserving  the  unique  characteristics  of  a  language.  In  Uzbekistan,
            language reforms and policies have been implemented to regulate the use of foreign
            words and promote the development of native terminology. In the English-speaking
            world,  borrowing  is  generally  perceived  as  a  natural  and  inevitable  aspect  of
            language evolution. The openness of English to foreign influences has contributed to
            its  global  dominance  and  flexibility.  However,  even  in  English,  there  are  ongoing
            debates  about  the  impact  of  borrowing  on  language  standardization  and  clarity,
            particularly  in  specialized  fields  where  precise  terminology  is  crucial.  The  present
            study aims to address the following research objectives: to identify the main sources
            of borrowings in Uzbek and English; to analyze the linguistic processes involved in
            the adaptation of borrowed words; to examine the functional roles of borrowings in
            different domains; and to compare the patterns of borrowing in both languages. By
            achieving these objectives, the research contributes to a deeper understanding of
            how  languages  evolve  through  interaction  and  exchange.  Borrowing  is  a
            fundamental mechanism of language development that reflects the dynamic nature
            of  linguistic  systems.  The  study  of  borrowings  in  Uzbek  and  English  not  only
            enhances  our  understanding  of  vocabulary  formation  but  also  sheds  light  on  the
            broader processes of cultural and social interaction. As languages continue to evolve
            in response to global changes, the role of borrowing will remain a key area of interest
            for linguists and researchers. Therefore, investigating this phenomenon is essential
            for  understanding  both  the  past  and  future  development  of  languages  in  an
            increasingly interconnected world.
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                   Borrowing is one of the central processes in the field of lexicology and contact
            linguistics. It refers to the adoption of linguistic elements, primarily lexical units, from
            one language into another. This process occurs as a result of direct or indirect contact
            between speakers of different languages. Borrowing is not limited to words alone; it
            may  also  include  phonological  patterns,  morphological  structures,  and  even
            syntactic  constructions.  Linguists  classify  borrowings  into  several  types  based  on
            their degree of assimilation and structural characteristics. The most common types
            include  loanwords,  calques  (loan  translations),  semantic  borrowings,  and  hybrid
            formations.  Loanwords  are  directly  taken  from  a  source  language  with  some
            phonetic  or  morphological  adaptation.  Calques  involve  the  translation  of  foreign
            expressions  into  native  elements,  preserving  the  original  meaning  but  using
            domestic  linguistic  material.  Semantic  borrowing  occurs  when  an  existing  word
            acquires a new meaning under the influence of another language. Hybrid formations


            2  McMahon, A. (1994). Understanding Language Change. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.        77
            3  Haugen, E. (1950). The Analysis of Linguistic Borrowing. Language, 26(2), 210–231.

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