English Vocabulary Quick Reference: A Comprehensive Dictionary Arranged by Wood Roots - Hardcover

Crutchfield, Roger S.

 
9780965913805: English Vocabulary Quick Reference: A Comprehensive Dictionary Arranged by Wood Roots

Synopsis

For those who relish word origins and want to expand their vocabulary, entries are arranged by their Latin and Greek roots each with a comprehensive listing of words containing that root. Common words are color- coded red; blue denotes brief definitions embedded within more complete ones, along with etymology and pronunciation key. Words can also be accessed by their definitions (keywords section). Indexed by main entry, primary, and secondary root. The publisher's address is: PO Box 4498; Leesburg, VA 20177-8564. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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Synopsis

This English language reference utilizes word roots. Each main entry in the dictionary is followed by the etymology (what the word parts mean separately and what languages they come from) the complete definition, and the pronunciation displayed in a phonics-based system.

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