Excerpt from A Dictionary of the English Language: Giving the Derivations, Pronunciations, Definitions and Synonyms of a Large Vocabulary of the Words Occurring in Literature, Art, Science, and the Common Speech
The Vocabulary is pruned of the less familiar technical terms, and of most of the obsolete or very rare literary words. It retains scientific terms occurring in books for the general reader, and also the words of the Bible, Shakespeare, and the more widely read of the older writers. Each word defined is given its place in the alphabetical order of the column, regard -being had in this, as in all other details of arrangement, to convenience and quickness of consultation.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book serves as a comprehensive guide to the English language, offering a condensed and accessible version of a larger, more scholarly dictionary. Designed for general readers and college students, it presents a curated selection of essential vocabulary, omitting obscure technical jargon and archaic literary terms while retaining scientific language found in popular literature and works by renowned authors like Shakespeare. The author meticulously traces the origins of words, providing etymologies that delve into their historical roots and connections with other languages such as German, Latin, Greek, and Sanskrit. Pronunciation guidance is provided through a clear and effective respelling system, ensuring accurate articulation. Definitions are presented in a logical and scientific order, reflecting the historical development of word meanings and often accompanied by insightful synonym discussions. Enhancing understanding, the book incorporates over eleven hundred carefully chosen illustrations with cross-references. Additionally, readers will find valuable resources such as a pronunciation guide, tables of prefixes and suffixes, and glossaries of Scottish words, rhymes, proper names, and foreign phrases. This book's insightful approach to language illuminates the intricacies of English, empowering readers with a deeper appreciation for the power and evolution of words. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282554927_0
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