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A dictionary of the English language containing 165,000 entries with definitions, pronunciations, word origins, example phrases, synonyms, biographical and geographical names, abbreviations, foreign words and phrases, signs and symbols, and a handbook of style. Includes a searchable CD.
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The Devil's Dictionary (1906) is a work of satire by Ambrose Bierce. Although he is commonly remembered for his chilling short stories on the experiences of Civil War soldiers, Bierce was recognized in his day as a leading journalist and humorist who spent decades ruffling feathers and drawing laughter with his witty opinion columns, poems, and definitions. Toward the end of his career, he decided to compile these satirical definitions into a book,...
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"The American Heritage® Children's Dictionary has been completely revised, updated, and redesigned for a brand-new edition, ensuring that this title remains fresh and current while providing the visual appeal needed to captivate young readers. For this brand-new edition, every definition has been reviewed, and hundreds of new senses and new words and definitionsranging from android to veganhave been added. This edition includes a brand-new feature,...
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An illustrated dictionary for young people, featuring alphabetically arranged entries with definitions, pronunciation guides, and part of speech identifications, and including word histories, language notes, grammar and punctuation guides, and other reference tools.
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"This newly revised dictionary for young students covers the vocabulary needed today, including many new words from the fields of science and technology. More than 36,000 entry words with clear definitions are enriched with nearly 1,300 quotations from classic and contemporary children's literature. Hundreds of full-color illustrations, photographs, and diagrams will fascinate young readers and improve their understanding of concepts. Word history,...
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The quick way to learn more than 6,000 Japanese words and phrases. Features a complete range of illustrated objects and scenes from everyday life. Effective learning for any situation, from home and office to dining out -- Easy to use, with a pronunciation guide and two-way indexes. Free accompanying audio app features native speakers for accurate pronunciation.
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If it's time for a rhyme, or you need a satiric lyric, the Collins Rhyming Dictionary is the fastest and easiest way to refine your line. The most accessible way to find the rhyme you need. Other rhyming dictionaries are characterised by the use of obscure words for padding, subsections for disyllabic and trisyllabic rhymes, and reverse phonetic order – but we avoid such complications and, as a result, have the most practical rhyming book available....
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