Composite nomina agentis with Low Frequency Usage in the Tarnovo Revision of the Verse Prolog

Abstract

Purpose. The paper focuses on some compound nominal entries from word-formation and semantic aspect with low frequency of occurrence, typical of the Tarnovo Revision of Verse Prolog. Results. I. Names of persons, whose occupation is connected to: writing hymns, to the icon painting, writing chronicles. II. Names of persons, whose occupation is connected to the stone, metal and fur processing. III. Names of persons from the ruler’s circle, who have routine obligations; whose activities are related to trade. The specificity of the prolog passionaries makes it possible to highlight an interesting layer of lexis from semantic perspective, related to a number of professions and occupations during the Middle Ages.