How to use this book--Abbreviations used in this book--Dictionary--Thesaurus--Stories behind Words--World Facts--Appendices--First Names and their Meanings--Leaders of the Modern World--Weights and Measures--Words Listed by Suffix--Classified Word - Lists--World Maps
In the world of today, information reaches us by radio, television, computer and the written word, and a comprehensive but concise dictionary is an invaluable aid to a complete understanding and a deeper appreciation of the great literature that is the heritage of all who use the English Language. This dictionary will be of use for reference, study and the fuller enjoyment of word games. The Dictionary contains more than 150,000 clear and accurate definitions. The Thesaurus has over 150, 000 words arranged in A-Z Form. Also included in this volume, to make it an essential reference source for everyone, are appendices on: First Names and their Meanings; Stories behind words, which explains some unusual origins or facts about the words we use; world facts, which contains up-to-date facts and figures on the countries of the world; Leaders of the modern worlds, a listing of the presidents of the USA and the prime ministers and premiers of many other countries; Weights and Measures, useful supplement of conversion tables.