Longman Dictionary of the English Language

by Longman Publishing (Author)

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  Hardcover
  1984

  $3.28

  Contents: Explanatory Chart; Explanatory Chart--Pronunciations; How to Use the Dictionary; Abbreviations Used in This Dictionary; The Dictionary; Abbreviations; Handbook of Style; Ten Vexed Points in English Grammar; Biographical Names; Geographical Names; Tables: Money; Number; Weights & Measures; Periodic Table of Chemical Elements; Bible; Principle Calendars; Military Ranks.

• Used

  Hardcover
  1991

  $3.28

  This completelyd second edition of The Longman Dictionary of the English Language is one of the largest, most wide-ranging, single-volume dictionaries available. It is based on a unique analysis of millions of words as they are used in actual speech. This dictionary achieves a balance of tradition and innovation with 220,000 definitions written in accessible language, ensuring clarity, precision and consistency. More than 6,000 new words have been added to this unique compilation. It features boxed mini-essays providing the why for many definitions and points of usage. Upwards of 1,000 notes explain the difference between synonyms as well as correct usage. All new biographies and geographical references have been added along with thousands of fascinating word histories.