Pocket Oxford Dictionary of Current English

by Della Thompson (Primary Contributor), Della Thompson (Primary Contributor), H. W. Fowler (Editor), F. G. Fowler (Editor)

• Used

  Hardcover
  2000

  $4.50

  This reissue marks the 75th anniversary of publication of the Pocket Oxford Dictionary and is a practical pocket dictionary. With over 140,000 words, phrases, and definitions explained in modern English, together with helpful labelling of informal and slang terms, it should be suitable for everyday reference use in schools, offices and the home. Etymologies are presented simply, providing interesting information on the origins of thousands of words. Boxes with illustrative examples provide guidance on difficult aspects of English usage, with further guidance given in the Better English Guide which includes many tips from Oxford's English language specialists.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2001

  $3.29

  The ninth edition of the world's longest-established pocket English dictionary. Derived from the database of the New Oxford Dictionary of English , the book is user friendly with different elements starting on new lines. It offers coverage of English as an international language, the defining style is straightforward and non-technical, and thousands of examples illustrate idiomatic usage. All irregular noun, verb, and adjectival inflections are spelled out in full, while guidance on grammar and good usage is provided by in-text notes. Additional features include Wordbuilder boxes giving information on related words and thematic tables on subjects such as countries, chemical elements, and nationalities.