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100 1 _aJewell Elizabeth J.
_eEditor
245 1 0 _aThe pocket Oxford dictionary and Thesaurus :
_bSecond American Edition /
_cElizabeth J. Jewell
260 _aNew York :
_bOxford University press,
_c2002.
300 _axii, 1008 pages :
_c22 cm.+
505 _aSpecial reference sections--Standard weights and measures with metric equivalents--Metric weights and measures with standard equivalents--Chemical elements--Signs and symbols--States of the United states of America--Presidents of the United states of America--Countries of the world--Punctuation guide--Proofreading marks--Area codes--International time zones--United states time zones--Dictionary games
520 _aUnique reference that combined the best features of the both dictionary and thesaurus, the Oxford pocket dictionary and Thesaurus was first American reference work to offer integrated entries. Now this revolutionary , best selling volume is available in a completely revised edition that is perfect for students, business people, writers, and anyone else who find themselves frequently in need of an amplified vocabulary. New entries for this edition include "burka," "cargo pants," "light rail" "old economy" "Splitsville," and "weaponize". Additions to the backmatter include: proofreading marks, a punctuation guide, "Sports," and "Rock and roll," Hall of frame lists and a page of dictionary games. Light and portable, sized to fit easily into a backpack, briefcase, or on any student or office desk the Oxford pocket dictionary and thesaurus is guaranteed to be the most frequently used reference work you own. Combining a comprehensive and thoroughly reliable dictionary of American English with full thesaurus coverage, this is an essential tool for anyone who wants to write more variety, color, and precision.
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