NOUN

Abstract

The noun (or "ot" in Uzbek) is one of the central concepts in linguistics, occupying a pivotal position in the grammatical, semantic, and syntactic systems of language. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the noun's definition, classification, morphological features, syntactic functions, semantic changes, and its role in language evolution. Drawing on examples from various languages, including English, Uzbek, and others, it compares universal and language-specific properties. The discussion integrates key linguistic theories such as structuralism (Saussure), generative grammar (Chomsky), and cognitive linguistics (Lakoff). This work is intended for linguistics students, educators, and researchers interested in a deeper understanding of nouns as fundamental building blocks of human language.