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For use in schools and libraries only. A combination dictionary and thesaurus in a single volume encompasses more than 61,000 dictionary entries--including three thousand new scientific, business, technical, and professional terms--accompanied by cross-references to thesaurus entries that list synonyms in the order of frequency of use and handy reference sections.
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Discover the Dictionary That's Also a Thesaurus!
Unique in concept and design, this groundbreaking resource combines two great Webster's New World reference works in a single volume. Dictionary entries and corresponding thesaurus entries appear together on each page, so you can check the spelling and definitions of a word and also research its synonyms-all at a single glance.
On Every Page You'll Find
A Dictionary
Concise, readable, up-to-date definitions
Clear, accurate pronunciation and usage information
Widely used scientific and technical terms
Over 14,000 etymologies for greater understanding
A Thesaurus
Lists of helpful, concrete examples
Synonyms clearly keyed to dictionary entries
Cross-references for even more information
About the Author:
Unique in concept and design, this groundbreaking resource combines two great Webster's New World reference works in a single volume. Dictionary entries and corresponding thesaurus entries appear together on each page, so you can check the spelling and definitions of a word and also research its synonyms-all at a single glance.
On Every Page You'll Find
A Dictionary
Concise, readable, up-to-date definitions
Clear, accurate pronunciation and usage information
Widely used scientific and technical terms
Over 14,000 etymologies for greater understanding
A Thesaurus
Lists of helpful, concrete examples
Synonyms clearly keyed to dictionary entries
Cross-references for even more information
The Editors of the Webster s New World Dictionaries are a team of professional lexicographers with advanced degrees in various scholarly fields. The editors familiarize themselves with the vocabulary in specific subject areas, collect materials on new developments and usage, and work with expert consultants to ensure that the content of our publications is as accurate and as up-to-date as possible.
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- PublisherTurtleback Books
- Publication date2003
- ISBN 10 0613534409
- ISBN 13 9780613534406
- BindingSchool & Library Binding
- Edition number2
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