A dictionary featuring the latest additions to American English and 4,500 illustrations of technical, scientific, and specialized subjects also offers information on usage, spelling, and pronunciation.
Filled with the latest additions to the American-English language, this brightly illustrated reference features information on usage, spelling, and pronunciations; 4,500 detailed illustrations illuminating technical, scientific, and specialized subjects; a guide to pronunciation; easy-to-use thumb tabs; and up-to-date coverage of American English.
This family reference combines words and pictures to provide about 180,000 concise definitions that cover general and specialized vocabulary. The 600 illustrated feature panels give information on a wide range of topics such as technology, natural history, art and music, U.S. states, symbols, measurements, and more. A reference section contains maps, miscellaneous information, and a grammar and style guide. However, the entries lack the etymology of the words. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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