Meaning of the word lemma in English

What does lemma mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

lemma

US /ˈlem.ə/
UK /ˈlem.ə/

Noun

1.

a subsidiary or intermediate theorem in an argument or proof.

Example:
they give every last lemma of neoclassical theory the status of Holy Writ
2.

a heading indicating the subject or argument of a literary composition, an annotation, or a dictionary entry.