Webster's New World Dictionary

by Victoria Neufeldt

Over 60,000 entries -- covering business, computer, and scientific terms; colloquial, idiomatic, and current slang expressions; and more. Updated and revised biographical and geographical database -- with 1,600 additional entries. Simple alphabetical listing for all entries -- including prefixes and suffixes, abbreviations, foreign words and phrases, and biographical and geographical names. Concise, easy-to-understand definitions -- many revised to reflect the latest research on usage and meaning. Precise and comprehensive pronunciation key -- located on inside of back cover for quick, convenient reference. Updated page design and layout -- modern, clear type appeals to the eye and makes for an easier-to-read reference tool. Complete A to Z preparation by the permanent lexicographical staff of Webster's New WorldTM Dictionary -- the word pros who prepared the acclaimed Third College Edition. The Third College Edition of Webster's New WorldTM Dictionary is the dictionary of choice for the Associated Press and United Press International wire services, as well as for the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and hundreds of other newspapers nationwide.

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction, Dictionaries, Language

694 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1967

Reviews

[Eva Stahlheber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Etymologies much appreciated.

[Natalie Pietro · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not really sure if this counts as a reading book but I must say I referenced it many times in the 90's before computers got really popular. I believe my mother still has it in her kitchen cabinet for easy access. I just remember my brother taking it from someone's locker in high school and giving it to my mother. Why I still don't know but there was a big swear word on the spine of this paperback. My mother couldn't believe someone would write such a word in permanent black marker on the books spine. She was like "No, no, no!" and scribbled it out with more permanent black marker. Not sure why but it sure brings back memories. Not sure if I ever will reference this book today with all the easy access to electronics but it nice to see it from time to time and think of the days of having to search through a big dictionary to find the correct meaning or spelling of a word. Fun times todays kids will never understand.

[Todd Cox · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this is the version I have... "Webster's New World Dictionary," with "Second College Edition" on the dark blue back cover. The front cover is missing, as I've had this for years (since college, actually... far too long ago to contemplate); likewise all the front pages except for the Foreword by Guralnik. It's been used but not abused. Absolutely essential on a writer's desk... or anyone who uses the language in any way shape or form.

[Evan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Witness in photo above the fragmentary cover remains of my copy of this nicely-sized dictionary -- not as large as a hardcover dictionary but not as small as a scrunched up and hard-to-keep-open paperback. This one got me through high school and college and yeoman service for games of Scrabble with my wife. The cover design is kind of nice, I have to say. 100,000 words.

[Km/h · Rating 5 out of 5]

essential

[Jeremy Preacher]

1960 edition. Smells so nice :)

[Bri · Rating 1 out of 5]

Alot of words......don't plan on reading it in your spare time!

[Cherrysong · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am doing a competition starting the beginnig of summer with my friend to see who can read the dictionary first. I think I amgoing to win!

[Huma · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful hand-me-down from my father.

[Carol]

Published 1984