Dictionaries

This dictionary never gets left at home – it clips neatly into a student’s ring-binder folder. It is a solid, basic ready-reference for students aged 11 to 16.• over 20,000 headwords • word origins are provided if they shed light on the meaning of the headword, or if they are especially interesting • pronunciation given for words which may cause problems, using a simple respelling system which avoids symbols.

100 years after its first publication, the twelfth edition of this world-famous bestseller gives the most up-to-date picture of the English language today. The original 1911 edition, revolutionary at the time for its focus on current English and its use of illustrative examples, combined a succinct yet approachable style with coverage of everyday as well as specialist terms. This centenary edition continues this ground-breaking tradition, giving you rich authoritative coverage of English as it is used today. Includes 12 months' acc... read more

2 volume cased hardback Contains more than 600,000 words, phrases, and definitions, with coverage of language from the entire English-speaking world, from North America and the UK to South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, and the Caribbean.From the beginning, the Shorter Oxford English Dictionary was intended to be an abridgement of the full Oxford English Dictionary. The first editor, William Little, was appointed in 1902. He worked on it until his death in 1922, after which the dictionary was completed by H. W. Fowler, Jessi... read more

DoP - July 2008 Australia Third edition 854 pp Combines two books in one: a dictionary at the front and thesaurus at the back and is specifically compiled for school students. The dictionary section introduces students to the style in which most adult dictionaries are written, while the thesaurus is an ideal reference for students to improve their writing and communication skills.

The Concise Oxford English Dictionary, today a world-famous bestseller, has always been a ground-breaking dictionary. In its first edition, The Concise Oxford Dictionary was adapted by Henry Watson Fowler and Francis George Fowler from The Oxford Dictionary (now known as the Oxford English Dictionary). It was revolutionary at the time for covering current English usage and common words and excluding obsolete words. It was the dictionary for speakers and writers in the early 20th century, rival to none. From the beautiful art deco d... read more

The Paperback Oxford Large Print Dictionary is intended as a conveniently-sized and clear large print dictionary that is particularly suitable for people with sight problems, both adults and children. It has been developed in close collaboration with the RNIB, who approved all aspects of the design and layout so that it meets the needs of users. This edition of the dictionary has been updated with the latest vocabulary, such as broadband, and bird flu. A new supplementary section has quick-reference word game material for enthusias... read more

Little Oxford Dictionary of Proverbs features 2,000 proverbs and sayings from around the world and across 250 subjects - from 'Cats' and 'Dogs' to 'Achievement' and 'Extravagance'. Each theme has a short introduction giving an overview of key elements in the proverbial treatment of the topic and each entry provies information on the date, source, and meaning of the phrase. Not only is this book a pleasure to browse but it is ideal for quick reference with its comprehensive index that makes it easy to find the exact phrase you're lo... read more

The perfect companion for all Scrabble games, Collins Scrabble Dictionary is based on Scrabble Words, the most comprehensive Scrabble wordlist ever. This new, easy-to-use paperback edition gives short, succinct definitions to help players use the best words for their game of Scrabble. This new edition of the Collins Scrabble Dictionary is an essential item for all Scrabble players playing with family and friends. With short definitions for every word listed, players can check meanings of words without having to consult a secondary... read more

Roget's Thesaurus ranks as one of the greatest English language reference works, used for generations by anyone looking for help in order to write a letter, prepare a speech, solve a crossword, or write any manner of prose or poem. Its sales exceed 32 million copies. This edition has been revised and updated to include all the latest buzzwords and phrases. In addition, this new edition of Roget contains useful panels of additional information that include such nuggets of information as signs of the zodiac and the origins of familia... read more

'What grammarians say should be has perhaps less influence on what shall be than even the more modest of them realize ...' No book had more influence on twentieth-century attitudes to the English language in Britain than Henry Fowler's Dictionary of Modern English Usage. It rapidly became the standard work of reference for the correct use of English in terms of choice of words, grammar, and style. Much loved for his firm opinions, passion, and dry humour, Fowler has stood the test of time and is still considered the best arbiter ... read more

Brewer's - Take the scenic route to knowledge. This paperback edition of the revised and expanded Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase and Fable features hundreds of new entries on everything from blogs and designer babies to New York's mysterious sewer-dwelling alligators, as well as a selection of 'heritage entries' from a Victorian edition of Brewer's: See what the Victorians thought of things like enchanted castles, magic garters and poison detectors. The sheer scope of Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, together with its delig... read more

'By judicious updating and editing and by dint of its elegant design and printing, this latest edition retains as strong a place in its reference market niche as it ever did; long may that continue.' - Stuart James, Past Editor, Reference Reviews, and formerly University Librarian, University of Paisley, UK

An idiosyncratic adventure, pulling you in and saying: "this is, in fact, not what you werelooking for; but it's much more interesting." - Terry Pratchett

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The Oxford Colour Dictionary and Thesaurus provides a complete dictionary and thesaurus in one handy volume. This new edition is fully updated and contains a new 30-page centre section on 'Effective English' which covers the basics of writing English and how to get the best out of your thesaurus. The design is brilliantly clear: the page is split between thesaurus and dictionary, with headwords, phrases, and key synonyms all in colour for ease of use. The dictionary section contains over 50,000 words, phrases, and definitions, and ... read more

This new title from Collins gives clear definitions, spelling and grammar tips, making it an ideal reference for everyday use. This first edition of the Collins Popular English Dictionary is specially tailored to meet your everyday needs at home, school, and the office. With this dictionary you can find all the words and definitions you need, as it boasts a comprehensive coverage of the language we use every day. As with other Collins dictionaries, the Collins Popular English Dictionary has been compiled with ease of use in mind. T... read more

The Collins Compact Dictionary and Thesaurus is the ideal quick reference source for everyday use. The practical layout offers two books in one, with matching dictionary and thesaurus entries on the same page, plus many other features to help enrich your language skills. This new edition of the Compact Dictionary and Thesaurus is a quick and easy-to-use reference book, ideal for the home or office. The dictionary text provides clear, straightforward definitions reflecting today's language, while the matching thesaurus text gives a... read more

Featuring a dictionary and thesaurus combined, the Pocket Oxford Dictionary and Thesaurus provides the essential language reference help you need in a single portable volume. The second edition of this reference book has been completely redesigned so that it is easier to use. The thesaurus entry for a word now immediately follows the dictionary entry, so that you do not need to hunt around the page for this information. We have also made the text more open and accessible, so that you can find the word you are looking for quickly a... read more

Readers of all levels will find this guide essential. Giving examples of real usage, this book provides the basic information about grammar and punctuation that people need on a day-to-day basis. Arranged A-Z, it contains entries for standard grammatical terms as well as dealing with related questions of usage. In addition to explaining basic terms such as 'split infinitive', 'participle', and 'adverb', entries also discuss whether to use 'may' or 'might', 'that' or 'which', and 'it's' or 'its'. The Oxford A-Z of Grammar and Punctu... read more

The brand-new second edition of The New Zealand Oxford Paperback Dictionary includes a wide range of distinctive New Zealand words and phrases, along with up-to-date coverage of the general, internationally shared English vocabulary. This large paperback dictionary offers all the benefits of a traditional dictionary, but also includes several thousand encyclopedic entries, including some thousands of New Zealand and international entries for notable people, places and events. Other features include panels which offer guidance on gr... read more

An authoritative and easy-to-use dictionary, containing 90,000 words, phrases, and definitions given in a clear, simple style. The centre section gives guidance on the use of good English with sections on spelling, punctuation, word classes and word formation.

This small easy-to-use dictionary contains 90,000 up-to-date words, phrases, and definitions. The centre section proves help with spelling, grammar and vocabulary.

Fully revised and updated, this latest edition from Collins' bestselling Gem Dictionary range is the perfect choice for anyone needing a portable up-to-the-minute Russian dictionary.