The Chambers Dictionary
The Chambers Dictionary by Chambers Harrap Pub. Ltd is now available in its 12th edition, published by Chambers Harrap in 2011. This comprehensive single-volume British English dictionary spans 1,912 pages and is designed to serve as an essential reference for anyone interested in the English language. It includes a wide array of definitions, featuring both traditional and contemporary terms, while also highlighting unique and lesser-known words.
Readers will find that this edition delves into the richness of English vocabulary, offering over 470,000 words, phrases, and meanings. It incorporates the latest developments in language, including new terms from various fields such as science and technology. Additionally, the updated content is tailored for today’s users, complete with pronunciation guides and a Word Lover’s Miscellany that presents lists of intriguing words, appealing to language enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike.
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Now in its 12 edition, The Chambers Dictionary is the most comprehensive single-volume British English dictionary available. Known for the tradition of including the occasional lighthearted definition it it’s pages, this establish reference delves deep into all the glories of English, detailing weird and wonderful words like spoffish, jobernowl, mullligrubs and humdudgeon, all the while while ensuring it covers the latest developments in the language. This updated edition includes a Word Lover’s Miscellany that features list upon list of unique words to appeal language buffs and puzzle addicts alike.
Features include:
*Over 470,000 words, phrases, and meanings–more than any other comparable dictionary
*The latest new words from science, technology, and contemporary culture
*Thoroughly revised content with today’s user in mind
*Pronunciation guides
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