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The American Heritage Dictionary
* Over 70,000 entries
* Thoroughly revised and updated
* 1,000 new words and meanings
* Over 400 photographs and illustrations
* Expert guidance on correct usage
Based on the bestselling American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
American Heritage® dictionaries are widely known as the most innovative and informative dictionaries in today's market. This...more
* Thoroughly revised and updated
* 1,000 new words and meanings
* Over 400 photographs and illustrations
* Expert guidance on correct usage
Based on the bestselling American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
American Heritage® dictionaries are widely known as the most innovative and informative dictionaries in today's market. This...more
Mass Market Paperback, Fourth Edition (21st Century Reference), 960 pages
Published
June 14th 2005
by Dell
(first published June 12th 1994)
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I grew up using an earlier edition of this dictionary (the same volume my mother took to college with her, in fact), so when I needed a handy compact word-book for quick reference at my desk, this was an easy choice. Scattered throughout are various tables and illustrations that are very helpful, and I really like the inclusion of historical personages; nothing to help you write a report, but if I need a quick pair of life dates, this is a great first place to look. And the words are clearly syl...more
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This resource forms part of my Interpreter/Translator library.
You can't check "the" dictionary. You can only check "a" dictionary. This one is my favorite. Webster's a close fourth.
My preferred dictionary, even though the 4th edition has cut out most of the etymology that made the 3rd edition great.
Lots of good words in this one. Seriously: this book is well designed and easy to use.
I love this little bible of language.
got etymology?
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