In a definitive English-language dictionary, more than sixty thousand entries are complemented by the latest acronyms, slang expressions, computer and technical terms, geographical and biographical entries, a precise pronunciation key, and quick-reference tables. Reprint.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A wonderful, concise dictionary!,
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This review is from: The American Century Dictionary (Mass Market Paperback)
This dictionary was a very nice find. It is not too poetic or dry and is a great complement with other more "in-depth" dictionaries. The definitions are more than adequate and has a no-nonsense feel to it so we can get right down to business. And how can you lose out with the price? A great dictionary. Laurence Urdang is a genius!
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Excellent Purchase Considering The Price,
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The price of this book, only $3.99, is the biggest selling point; you simply can't be that price. Size would have to be the second factor that makes this dictionary a best-buy. It is small enough to be carried in any purse or book bag.
The number of etymologies are incredibly limited and there is no section on the rules of style and grammer. The supplementary information is a bit dated, you have to consider it was published in 1996. For instance, at the time this dictionary was published the city of Chicago had only one area code: 312. Since that time the area code of 773 has been created and the book, of course, does not reflect this fact. Definitions are also limited. The word "aliteracy" is not present and neither is "syncretic" but it does contain the slang word "wasted". If you are looking for a purely functional dictionary, your funds are limited, and you want something easily transportable then this is the dictionary for you.
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