Chambers Concise Dictionary Deluxe Edition

1/4 bound in chieftain goat skin and real cloth, the book also has a gilded top edge and marbled endpapers and is packed in individual slipcase

A comprehensive English language dictionary.

This is a single-volume source of both definitions and synonyms. Entries are fully integrated with clearly distinguished sections for definitions and thesaurus information. Over 300,000 references are clearly distinguished, so that information should be easy to find and use.

Harrap's Chambers Concise Dictionary is a brand-new modern dictionary. It focuses on English language as it is written and spoken today. The text is based on analysis of contemporary language, and provides special coverage of current vocabulary and idioms. With its accessible and modern style, this book has been designed with today's users in mind. Over 125,000 definitions 1,000 new words defined Focus on today's English Authoritative coverage of many technical terms from science, business, sport, etc. Hundreds of usage notes, word histories, spelling and grammar tips. Includes many supplements, such as British sign language, conversion factors, signs of the Zodiac, Chinese and Islamic calendars, plays of Shakespeare, etc.

A newer edition of The Chambers Dictionary is available: Copy and paste the ISBN number into the search bar to find the 12th edition of the Chambers Dictionary - Thumb indexed version: 9780550102379 - Standard version: 9780550102416 The dictionary of choice for word lovers and crossword enthusiasts. It is known for its comprehensive coverage of English and for its tradition of including the occasional light-hearted definition in its pages. Alone among modern single-volume dictionaries, it retains an interest in the past as well as the present, offering a rich stock of words from our literary heritage as well as covering recent developments in English. For this 11th edition the text has been thoroughly revised to reflect the latest changes in our language, with special attention being given to reflecting current pronunciation and vocabulary.