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Concise Oxford English Dictionary
作者: Oxford Dictionaries
ISBN13: 9780199601080
类型: 精装(精装书)
语种: 英语(English)
出版日期: 2011-07-07
出版社: Oxford University Press, USA; 12 edition
页数: 1728
重量(克): 1632
尺寸: 243 x 165 x 60 mm
商品简介
Now in print through its various editions for a century, the
Concise Oxford English Dictionary is one of the most popular choices in Oxford's renowned dictionary line, selected by decades of users for its up-to-date and authoritative coverage of the English language.
This centenary edition of the
Concise Oxford English Dictionary presents the most accurate picture of English today. It contains over 240,000 words, phrases, and definitions, providing superb coverage of contemporary English, including rare, historical, and archaic terms, scientific and technical vocabulary, and English from around the world. The dictionary has been updated with hundreds of new words--including
sub-prime, social networking, and
carbon footprint--all based on the latest research from the
Oxford English Corpus. In addition, the dictionary features an engaging new center section, with quick-reference word lists (containing, for example, lists of Fascinating Words and Onomatopoeic Words), and a revised and updated English Uncovered supplement, which examines interesting facts about the English language. Sprinkled throughout the text are intriguing Word Histories, detailing the origins and development of numerous words. The volume also retains such popular features as the hundreds of usage notes which give advice on tricky vocabulary and pointers to help you improve your use of English. Finally, the dictionary contains full appendices on topics such as alphabets, currencies, electronic English, and the registers of language (from formal to slang), plus a useful Guide to Good English with advice on grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Authoritative and up to date, the
Concise Oxford English Dictionary offers unsurpassed coverage of English, perfect for anyone who needs a handy, reliable resource for home, school, or office.
Includes 12 months' access to
Oxford Dictionaries Online at oxforddictionaries.com.
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