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Created by America's foremost language experts, this dictionary is designed to help advanced students master spoken and written English, as it is actually used.With in-depth and up-to-date coverage of basic English vocabulary, grammar, and usage, this dictionary features 100,000 words and phrases with definitions...

Perfect for students studying Chinese, this newly updated bilingual dictionary features comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of essential current vocabulary. Communicate effectively in Chinese and American English Bilingual, bidirectional dictionary 19,000 entry words and phrases and 26,000 translations Clear, precise definitions deliver the words you need...

Newly Revised & Updated! The Eleventh Edition of America's Best-Selling Dictionary defines the current, active vocabulary of American English and is updated on an ongoing basis. Features more than 225,000 definitions and over 42,000 usage examples. Includes newly added words and meanings across a...

Newly Revised & Updated! The Eleventh Edition of America's Best-Selling Dictionary defines the current, active vocabulary of American English and is updated on an ongoing basis. Features more than 225,000 definitions and over 42,000 usage examples. Includes newly added words and meanings across a...

Find the right word every time with this indispensable guide! This classic reference is a must-have for every reader and writer. This newly revised and updated edition has been updated to reflect today's vocabulary and features over 275,000 word choices, examples, and explanations. Concise...

This large print dictionary is specially designed to meet the standards of the National Association for the Visually Handicapped and carries the NAVH seal of approval. It features 35,000 fully revised entries, clear definitions, spellings, pronunciations, and includes a punctuation guide.Author: Merriam-WebsterISBN-10: 0877796440ISBN-13: 9780877796442Publisher:...

The latest edition of America's best-selling crossword puzzle dictionary is an essential guide for anyone who enjoys the game. Features 340,000 clues and answer words with over 20,000 new words. Organized alphabetically, by number of letters, and by common categories to quickly target the...

An enlarged print edition of America's best-selling crossword puzzle dictionary! The latest edition is an essential guide for anyone who enjoys the game and features a large, easy-to-read typeface. Features 340,000 clues and answer words with over 20,000 new words. Organized alphabetically, by number...

A quick-reference-guide to words and language information! This hardcover dictionary covers essential English vocabulary with more than 60,000 entries and 150 illustrations. Discover a wealth of useful facts and figures with special on Common English Names, Foreign Words and Phrases, Geographical Names, State Facts,...

Revised and Updated Edition! Two essential language references integrated into one handy volume. More than 60,000 dictionary entries with hundreds of new words and senses added across a variety of fields. More than 13,500 thesaurus entries including extensive synonym and antonym lists. Dictionary and...

Revised and Updated Edition! Two essential language references integrated into one handy volume. More than 60,000 dictionary entries with hundreds of new words and senses added across a variety of fields. More than 13,500 thesaurus entries including extensive synonym and antonym lists. Dictionary and...

Revised and Updated Edition! Two essential language references integrated into one handy volume. More than 60,000 dictionary entries with hundreds of new words and senses added across a variety of fields. More than 13,500 thesaurus entries including extensive synonym and antonym lists. Dictionary and...

An essential dictionary to help children navigate their adventure into the language, for grades 3-5, ages 8-11. This newly revised dictionary provides the guideposts that children in elementary school need to build vocabulary, comprehend spelling, and navigate the English language. With this dictionary students...

This dictionary is designed for people with limited English language skills and is a great tool for ESL students. Features more than 36,000 entries with concise, easy-to-use definitions. Nearly 20,000 usage examples, word history and synonym paragraphs, and over 400 detailed line drawings to...

A convenient, comprehensive guide to the language of law for everyone from the homeowner to the legal professional. This easy-to-understand guide defines more than 10,000 legal words and phrases with clear definitions written in common terminology. Many updated entries come from recent events that...

An essential dictionary for children grades 3-5, ages 8-11. This dictionary for young students covers the vocabulary needed today, including many new words from the fields of science and technology, such as alternative energy, friend, and STEM. More than 36,000 entry words with clear...

This newly revised dictionary provides the guideposts that children in elementary school need to build vocabulary, comprehend spelling, and better understand the world around them. Children will discover the meanings of over 37,000 words and phrases including newly added words across a variety of...

A compact and affordable dictionary designed to help students learn spoken and written English as it is actually used. More than 54,000 words and phrases cover both American and British English and their differences. Includes more than 15,000 idioms, collocations, and commonly used phrases....

An attractive, affordable boxed reference set featuring best-selling references to help build vocabulary and improve language skills. The boxed set includes the newest editions of: The Merriam-Webster Dictionary -- over 75,000 definitions for the words you need today The Merriam-Webster Thesaurus -- over 150,000...

A unique treasury of words especially written for children in grades K-2, ages 5-7. This beginner's dictionary introduces young readers to 3,000 words using 1,000 entries and hundreds of captivating illustrations by beloved children's illustrator, Ruth Heller. With this indispensable learning tool, children will...

Communicate effectively with the ultimate bilingual, bidirectional guide to French and North American English. Features extensive coverage of Canadian French More than 80,000 entries and 100,000 translations Abundant examples of words used in context Special sections include French Grammar, Conjugation of French Verbs, Common...

Communicate effectively in German and American English with this comprehensive, bilingual, bidirectional dictionary. With up-to-date coverage of essential current vocabulary, this is a perfect translation tool for teachers, travelers, and language learners of all skill levels. More than 38,000 entry words and phrases and...

Write with confidence with this informative, quick-reference guide to punctuation and style! Answers questions about punctuation, capitalization, italicization, abbreviation, quotation, and documentation of sources Provides instructions for preparing notes and bibliographies Includes a guide to copyediting and proofreading Firmly based on real-life source material,...

A resource especially for students aged 9-12 years learning Spanish.Author: Merriam-WebsterISBN-10: 1680651994ISBN-13: 9781680651997Publisher: Turtleback BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/30/2012Pages: 482Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.80lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.20w x 1.50d

This full-color, bidirectional resource is especially designed for students grades 4-8, ages 9-14, learning Spanish or English. More than 50,000 clear, concise translations provide coverage of basic vocabulary and idioms to help students write and speak effectively. Entries include variants, inflected forms, common phrases,...

An update of the best-selling dictionary written especially for middle school students. This essential resource for grades 6-8, ages 11-14 is a great study aid for students building vocabulary and engaging with more complex text as they prepare for high school. Discover the meanings...

Author: Merriam-WebsterISBN-10: 0877796785ISBN-13: 9780877796787Publisher: Merriam-WebsterLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/23/2023Pages: 944Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.63lbsSize: 9.35h x 7.35w x 1.79d

Learn the difference between a plant and a mushroom, peek inside a tropical cyclone, or see all the parts of a castle with this engaging vocabulary-building tool for middle school students. Designed for kids grades 5-8, ages 10-14, this indispensable visual dictionary incorporates more...

Merriam-Webster's Medical Desk Dictionary, 2005 Revised Edition is an invaluable resource for health care professionals with over 59,000 entries covering today's most widely used health care terms, abbreviations, medication names, and biographies of medical pioneers. Unlike unwieldy medical encyclopedias, Merriam-Webster's Medical Desk Dictionary, 2005...

Master today's medical vocabulary and become an informed health-care consumer with this guide to the essential language of medicine and health care. This new edition provides up-to-date coverage of terminology from all major fields of medical practice and research. More than 39,000 medical terms...

A quick-reference guide especially designed for students grades 5 & up, conveniently designed for 3-ring binders. This geographical guide puts the world at your fingertips with an up-to-date look at political boundaries and physical features, with full-color maps. Features special sections on River Lengths,...

A quick-reference guide especially designed for students grades 5 & up, conveniently designed for 3-ring binders. 40,000 entries cover essential vocabulary and feature concise, easy-to-understand definitions and pronunciations. Helpful guides for students include: A Brief Guide to Punctuation, Mathematical Signs & Symptoms, The Periodic...

A quick-reference guide especially designed for students grades 5 & up, conveniently designed for 3-ring binders. A bilingual guide to Spanish and American English with nearly 45,000 entries and coverage of Latin American Spanish. Includes concise definitions, pronunciations, and examples of words used in...

A quick-reference guide especially designed for students grades 5 & up, conveniently designed for 3-ring binders. More than 110,000 word choices include synonyms, antonyms, and related words. Special sections include Prefixes and Suffixes, Words Often Confused, and Common Greek and Latin Roots.Author: Merriam-WebsterISBN-10: 0877796718ISBN-13:...

The perfect dictionary for quick, on-the-go language reference. Features 40,000 entries with clear, concise definitions. Includes variant spellings, list of abbreviations, and pronunciations.With a compact trim size, this flexi paperback fits almost any pocket!Author: Merriam-WebsterISBN-10: 0877795304ISBN-13: 9780877795308Publisher: Merriam-WebsterLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/11/2015Pages: 416Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.31lbsSize: 5.38h...

A compact, bilingual, bidirectional guide to essential French and English vocabulary. More than 40,000 entries include coverage of Canadian French terms. Features English pronunciations given in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and special sections on the Conjugation of French Verbs and Irregular English Verbs....

A thesaurus that fits in the palm of your hand! This compact compendium of synonyms, related words, and antonyms is designed to help you find the right word for the right situation whenever you need it. Features more than 110,000 word choices. Alphabetical organization...

Prepare for the adventure of starting school with Merriam-Webster's playful book featuring 400 stickers! Label classroom objects, name animals at the zoo, identify different shapes and colors, and much more... Merriam-Webster's Ready-for-School Sticker Book is the ultimate activity book to help kids start school...

The dictionary of first resort for poets, lyricists, and anyone looking to find the right rhyme! Features more than 71,000 rhyming words, including thousands of multi-word answers and multi-syllable words Words are grouped alphabetically by rhyming sound and, within each entry, by number of...

The dictionary of first resort for poets, lyricists, and anyone looking to find the right rhyme! Features more than 71,000 rhyming words, including thousands of multi-word answers and multi-syllable words Words are grouped alphabetically by rhyming sound and, within each entry, by number of...

A newly revised edition of the essential thesaurus for students grades 9-11, ages 14 & up.The perfect resource for any high schooler who loves to write, this thesaurus will foster communication skills, introduce new vocabulary, and help you zero in on the right word...

A bilingual dictionary that focuses on all Spanish, including Latin-American Spanish. Includes 80,000 words and phrases and is perfect for all skill levels.Author: Merriam-WebsterISBN-10: 0613094301ISBN-13: 9780613094306Publisher: Turtleback BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/2014Pages: 800Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.94lbsSize: 6.90h x 4.26w x 1.50d

A convenient guide to today's medical language for anyone who needs to communicate in both English and Spanish. Designed for patients, caregivers, physicians, and medical professionals, this bidirectional dictionary features more than 12,000 medical terms and phrases with clear, concise definitions in both Spanish...

A valuable vocabulary-building resource and language-teaching tool, perfect for home, school, self-study, travel, or simply browsing.8,000 detailed, full-color pictures illustrate the meaning of 22,500 terms in both Spanish and English.This dictionary is organized by subject from all aspects of life including; astronomy, the earth,...

Explore the world around you with this engaging collection of maps designed especially for middle schoolers. The latest edition of Merriam-Webster's Student Atlas has been updated to reflect recent global events and features abundant full-color physical, political, and thematic maps. Discover the world's landforms...

Enrich the mind and discover something new with each turn of the page in this delightful book for visual learners, curious kids, or students new to English! This beautifully illustrated visual dictionary incorporates nearly 25,000 terms and their definitions into 8,000 full-color illustrations of...

The perfect book for expanding your working vocabulary and an indispensable tool for students preparing for standardized tests. 250 Greek and Latin roots aid in the learning of 1,000 words along with over 2,000 closely related terms Features helpful usage examples and quizzes to...

Become a word virtuoso in just one year with 366 crackerjack words aimed to impress. This charmingly illustrated book features boffo words selected by the masterminds at Merriam-Webster to highlight the best of the English language. Follow a menagerie of animals as they teach...

Set off on mind-expanding adventures with Merriam-Webster's compendium of 100 word searches, crosswords, word games, and quizzes. Pit your wits against puzzles about animals, machines, space objects, crystals, and dinosaurs, and learn all about our amazing language along the way!Can you spy the animals...

Build vocabulary with the world's feistiest and funniest feline! Garfield and his friends make discovering new words tons of fun! Nearly every spread presents an entertaining comic strip illustrating the featured word in use. Features over 65,000 meanings that are easy to understand. Great...