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Oxford First Science Dictionary (2008 edition)

Author : Graham Peacock

Publisher : OUP Oxford

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 48,65 MB

Release : 2008-05-01

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 9780199116447

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The Oxford First Science Dictionary gives your child a head start in understanding the first scientific words and concepts that they will encounter in their first years at school. It is organised alphabetically and gives simple and clear meanings for over 300 science words, from 'abdomen' to 'zoo'. Each entry is illustrated with child-friendly contemporary artwork or clear diagrams to add meaning and support the definition in a fun and accessible way. Expertly-levelled supplementary material in a section at the back lists everyday vocabulary children will come across in their science lessons.



Oxford First Illustrated Science Dictionary

Author : , Oxford Dictionaries

Publisher : OUP Oxford

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 19,33 MB

Release : 2013-05-02

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 9780192733542

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This new-look, new edition of the Oxford First Illustrated Science Dictionary has been specially designed to be perfectly accessible to first readers. With colourful illustrations for every word, this is a perfect introduction to the first science words and concepts that children encounter in their early years at school.



Oxford Study Science Dictionary (2008 edition)

Author : Chris Prescott

Publisher : OUP Oxford

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 19,58 MB

Release : 2008-05-01

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 9780199116379

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Carefully divided into 130 scientific themes, the Oxford Science Study Dictionary has been written for students in the 11-16 age group. In invaluable reference book for all students to GSCE, including the separate sciences of Biology, Chemistry and Physics.



Oxford Primary Science Dictionary (2008 edition)

Author : Graham Peacock

Publisher : OUP Oxford

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 50,31 MB

Release : 2008-05-01

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 9780199116874

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This best-selling dictionary which contains over 650 up-to-date words and concepts. Each entry is in alphabetical order and along with a clear and straightforward definition, has a fun and informative colour illustration or diagram to help explain the meaning. Cross references link to other useful words in this dictionary so it is easy to build up science vocabulary quickly. The colourful, modern design and simple layout make it easy to find the word you need, and fully understand it. This is an essential and invaluable tool that demystifies science and explains terminology and concepts in an accessible way for primary children.



The Oxford Illustrated Science Dictionary

Author : Oxford University Press

Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 20,47 MB

Release : 2012

Category : Science

ISBN : 9780194071277

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The Oxford Illustrated Science Dictionary explains academic vocabulary at a level appropriate for high-beginning and intermediate students, which accelerates their mastery of content and allows them to be successful in content-area classes and Content reviewed and approved by nationally accredited science and math standards experts





The Oxford Dictionary of Phrase and Fable

Author : Elizabeth Knowles

Publisher : OUP Oxford

Page : 816 pages

File Size : 44,20 MB

Release : 2006-10-12

Category : Reference

ISBN : 0191578568

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This Dictionary is part of the Oxford Reference Collection: using sustainable print-on-demand technology to make the acclaimed backlist of the Oxford Reference programme perennially available in hardback format. What is a ham-and-egger? What are Anglo-Saxon attitudes? Who or what is liable to jump the shark? Who first tried to nail jelly to the wall? The answers to these and many more questions are in this fascinating book. Here in one volume you can track down the stories behind the names and sayings you meet, whether in classic literature or today's news. Drawing on Oxford's unrivalled bank of reference and language online resources, this dictionary covers classical and other mythologies, history, religion, folk customs, superstitions, science and technology, philosophy, and popular culture. Extensive cross referencing makes it easy to trace specific information, while every page points to further paths to explore. A fascinating slice of cultural history, and a browser's delight from start to finish. What is the fog of war? Who first wanted to spend more time with one's family? When was the Dreamtime? How long since the first cry of Women and children first? Where might you find dark matter? Would you want the Midas touch? Should you worry about grey goo?



Oxford English Dictionary

Author : John A. Simpson

Publisher : Oxford University Press

Page : pages

File Size : 17,52 MB

Release : 2002-04-18

Category : Reference

ISBN : 9780195218893

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The Oxford English Dictionary is the internationally recognized authority on the evolution of the English language from 1150 to the present day. The Dictionary defines over 500,000 words, making it an unsurpassed guide to the meaning, pronunciation, and history of the English language. This new upgrade version of The Oxford English Dictionary Second Edition on CD-ROM offers unparalleled access to the world's most important reference work for the English language. The text of this version has been augmented with the inclusion of the Oxford English Dictionary Additions Series (Volumes 1-3), published in 1993 and 1997, the Bibliography to the Second Edition, and other ancillary material. System requirements: PC with minimum 200 MHz Pentium-class processor; 32 MB RAM (64 MB recommended); 16-speed CD-ROM drive (32-speed recommended); Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 200, or XP (Local administrator rights are required to install and open the OED for the first time on a PC running Windows NT 4 and to install and run the OED on Windows 2000 and XP); 1.1 GB hard disk space to run the OED from the CD-ROM and 1.7 GB to install the CD-ROM to the hard disk: SVGA monitor: 800 x 600 pixels: 16-bit (64k, high color) setting recommended. Please note: for the upgrade, installation requires the use of the OED CD-ROM v2.0.



A First Science Dictionary

Author : David J. Lucas

Publisher : Taylor & Francis Group

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 48,35 MB

Release : 1977

Category : Biology

ISBN : 9780844810560

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Oxford Dictionary of Sports Science and Medicine

Author : Michael Kent

Publisher : OUP Oxford

Page : 620 pages

File Size : 44,17 MB

Release : 2006-12-01

Category : Medical

ISBN : 0191574880

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The Oxford Dictionary of Sports Science and Medicine provides comprehensive and authoritative definitions of nearly 8000 sports science and sports medicine terms. All major areas are covered, including exercise psychology, sports nutrition, biomechanics, anatomy, sports sociology, training principles and techniques and sports injury and rehabilitation The dictionary will be an invaluable aid to students, coaches, athletes and anyone wanting instant access to the scientific principles, anatomical structures, and physiological, sociological and psychological processes that affect sporting performance. It will also be of interest to the general reader interested in sports science and medicine terminology.