Merriam-Webster's Concise Dictionary of English Usage


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A handy guide to problems of confused or disputed usage based on the critically acclaimed Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of English Usage. Over 2,000 entries explain the background and basis of usage controversies and offer expert advice and recommendations.




The Merriam-Webster Dictionary


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New edition! A handy, reliable, and authoritative dictionary of words most frequently used in Englis. More than 75,000 definitions, 2,000 new word entries, and more than 150 illustrations. Expanded special features include a Handbook of Style, Basic English Grammar, Irregular English Verbs and a Guid eto Common Verb Collocations (both essential for ESL), and a new Overview of the Internet.







Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary


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A concise guide to the essential language of medicine. More than 35,000 entries. Pronunciations provided for all entries. Covers brand names and generic equivalents of common drugs.







Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law


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A search only dictionary on the FindLaw web site that includes 10,000 definitions of legal terms.




Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Allusions


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A guide to references commonly used in speech and writing. Explains more than 900 allusions. Entries include examples from todays leading media. A must for serious readers, language lovers, and ESL students.




Merriam-Webster's School Dictionary


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"Provides definitions, pronunciations, etymologies, part of speech designations, and other appropriate information. Intended for use by students in grades nine to eleven"--




Merriam-Webster's Biographical Dictionary


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A biographical dictionary which profiles over 30,000 individuals, including birth and death dates, major accomplishments, and historical influence.




Merriam-Webster's Pocket Dictionary


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A perfect dictionary for quick, on-the-go language reference features 40,000 entries as well as clear, concise, definitions, variant spellings, and pronunciations. Includes a brief guide to punctuation.