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Example 6: Wörterbuch Deutsch als Fremdsprache 
If a learner uses WDAF in order to find the meaning of the compound "Luft-
pumpe" he/she will experience problems with respect to the outer access 
structure. The consultation process starts at the lemma "Luft", continues to 
"Luft/luft" without success, while a third "Luft" and a fourth "Luft/luft" also 
do not provide the solution. Furthermore, the search route of the learner is 
interrupted by the alphabetical placing of "lüften", "lüftig" and "Luftikus". At 
long last the required sublemma is found in the fifth article. For a detailed dis-
cussion about the problems of nesting and multiple niching consult Gouws 
(2001: 106-107). 

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The Access Structure in Learner's Dictionaries 
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In the users' guidelines of the Target English Learner's Dictionary, it is stated 
that only derivates are treated as sublemmata. However, two derivatives, 
namely "ending" and "endless", are treated as separate lemmata instead of 
being treated as sublemmata in the article of "end". Many other examples illus-
trating similar inconsistencies can be found. The lexicographer needs to place 
and treat sublemmata consistently so that users can find and retrieve the 
information. 
The outer access structure can be enhanced by the use of typographical 
devices, for instance, the bold printing of lemmata helps the user in his/her 
search for a particular lemma in the word list. Lemmata can also be indented or 
protruded thereby being more conspicuous and identifiable. Typographical 
devices acting as structural indicators of homonyms also form part of the outer 
access structure. 
Decisions about the placement of multiword units and collocations also 
have implications for the outer access structure and consequently the accessi-
bility of the dictionary. Multiword units and collocations will not be discussed 
further, but the following comment can suffice: depending on the level of the 
learner and the function of the dictionary, these data categories should be 
organised according to a consistent, transparent system which will enhance 
access to the data.