Color Oxford English Dictionary -- Oxford Languages

This is a major new edition of the best-selling <em>Color Oxford English Dictionary</em>, offering the most accurate and up-to-date coverage of essential, everyday vocabulary. <p/>Based on evidence from the Oxford English Corpus--the same database that informs the <em>Oxford English Dictionary</em>--the <em>Color Oxford English Dictionary </em>provides an up-to-date selection of 90,000 words, phrases, and definitions. Definitions are given in a clear, simple style, avoiding technical language, <br>and are easier to understand than ever before, plus there are hundreds of notes on spelling and grammar to help you get it right. A brand-new Better English section at the center of the book gives guidance on the use of good English, with sections on spelling, punctuation, word classes, and word<br>formation. In addition, the new layout featuring bold, colored headwords makes the dictionary easier to navigate than ever. <p/>All of these features are packed into a durable, and portable format, making the it suitable for use at school, but also handy for home and the office.<br><br><br><b>Author:</b> Oxford Languages<br><b>Publisher:</b> Oxford University Press, USA<br><b>Published:</b> 05/01/2006<br><b>Pages:</b> 848<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 1.00lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 6.17h x 4.00w x 1.58d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780198614401