The Merriam-Webster's Rhyming Dictionary, Second Edition, features convenient listing of words arranged alphabetically by rhyming sounds and syllables. More than 70,000 rhyming words. Includes multi-word rhymes. Fully cross-referenced for ease of use. Based on the best-selling Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary. Includes 456 pages. Measures 4.125" x 6.75". Mass-market paperback binding.

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A new edition (2019 copyright) in trade paperback size covering the core vocabulary of everyday life. 75,000 words are defined. New words include; gender identity, retweet, and troll. Over 8,000 usage examples aid understanding. Expanded special features include a Handbook of Style, Basic English Grammar, Irregular English Verbs and a Guide to Common Verb Collocations (both essential for ESL), and an Overview of the Internet.

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The Merriam-Webster's Notebook Dictionary is a quick-reference, word resource conveniently designed for 3-ring binders. Especially for students grades 5 and up. 40,000 entries for widely used words. Concise, easy-to-understand definitions and pronunciations. Brief punctuation guide, the Periodic Table, and Weights and Measures. Includes 96 pages. Measures 8.5" x 10.875". Paperback, 3-hole punched binding.

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A new edition of the essential thesaurus for students grades 5-8, ages 10-14. Written especially for middle schoolers, this thesaurus is a perfect resource for any kid who loves to read and write. With over 150,000 word choices, Merriam-Webster's Intermediate Thesaurus is a great tool for building vocabulary, fostering communication skills, and helping with homework.

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This updated and expanded dictionary was created for students in grades 3-6. An age-appropriate word list and kid-friendly definitions make it a favorite of teachers, students and parents. Features 37,000 definitions of words kids use every day. Definitions written in clear, easy to understand language. This North American edition has Canadian words and spellings.

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This best-selling edition has been fully revised and expanded. The concise, clearly written definitions offered in the dictionary reflect the curricula for grades 3 through 6. The thesaurus provides synonyms, antonyms and related words that enrich vocabulary. The world atlas, created by the editors of Encyclopedia Britannica, is an invaluable aid to students in their studies of world events.Key Features : i : The best-selling edition has been fully revised and expandedii : 48 page, full-color atlas covers all the countries of the worldiii : Clearly written definitions offered in the dictionary reflect the curricula for grades 3 through 6iv : Provides synonyms, antonyms and related words that enrich vocabularyv : An invaluable aid to students in their studies of world events

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An Essential Writing Resource. An invaluable tool for students learning writing skills, this revised and expanded thesaurus is designed to make it easy to find the best word to express an idea. An affordable paperback, this volume is an ideal companion to Webster's Dictionary for Students, Sixth Edition.

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Discover the ultimate language resource with this new edition of the fully integrated dictionary and thesaurus, designed to make finding the perfect word easier than ever. With over 68,000 clear and concise dictionary definitions and 130,000 synonyms and antonyms, this comprehensive tool is perfect for writers, students, and professionals alike. Usage examples clarify meanings, while the combined dictionary and thesaurus entries streamline your search process. Newly added words and senses across fields such as technology and finance, including "bot" and "crowdfunding," ensure you're always up-to-date with modern language trends.Key Features : i : A new edition of this fully integrated dictionary and thesaurus makes finding the right word easier than ever!ii : Over 68,000 clear and concise dictionary definitionsiii : 130,000 synonyms and antonymsiv : Newly added words and senses across a variety of fields include bot, crowdfunding, crowdsourcing, coronavirus, long COVID, spongy moth, First Nation, and social distancingv : Dictionary and thesaurus entries are combined for ease of usevi : Usage examples clarify meanings

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Our best-selling elementary level dictionary and thesaurus are now available as a shrink-wrapped set. Revised and updated, this set is the perfect companion for class work and homework.

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This new edition provides definitions, pronunciations and variant spellings for the words that make up the core of the English language. Special sections provide useful information for readers and writers.Key Features : i : Provides definitions, pronunciations and variant spellings for the words that make up the core of the English languageii : 40,000 clear, concise definitionsiii : Special sections provide useful information for readers and writersiv : 512 pages

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A concise guide to the essential language of medicine with more than 39,000 entries and over 1,000 new words and senses. Pronunciations provided for all entries. Covers the latest brand names and generic equivalents of common drugs.

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Newly revised edition, 2020 copyright of two essential language references integrated into one handy volume. Offers 60,000 dictionary entries and 13,600 thesaurus entries including extensive synonym and antonym lists. Dictionary and thesaurus entries are combined alphabetically. Based on the best-selling Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary. Includes abundant usage examples to clarify meanings. Newly added words include: airplane mode, bucket list, dystopia, parkour, and truther.

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This fully integrated dictionary and thesaurus features dictionary entries with part of speech and word meanings as well as pronunciation and usage guidance. Thesaurus entries include synonym and antonym lists. Dictionary and thesaurus entries appear one beneath the other in contrasting colors. It is easier than ever to find the right words to express your ideas. Features of this Book: 70,000 clearly written dictionary definitions. 140,000 synonyms and antonyms. Dictionary and thesaurus features in each entry in contrasting colors. Canadian words and spellings.Key Features : i : Fully integrated dictionary and thesaurus features dictionary entries with part of speech and word meanings as well as pronunciation and usage guidanceii : 70,000 clearly written dictionary definitionsiii : Dictionary and thesaurus features in each entry in contrasting colorsiv : 140,000 synonyms and antonyms

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Completely revised and updated, this compact volume provides clearly written definitions for the most commonly used words in the language today. Affordably priced, this is the ideal dictionary for home, school or office. Features of this Book: Over 40,000 clear, concise definitions. Pronunciations and variant spellings.Key Features : i : Over 40,000 clear, concise definitionsii : Pronunciations and variant spellingsiii : More than 1,500,000 soldiv : 416 pages

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Find the right word fast! This indispensable guide from America's language experts is the perfect tool for readers and writers! This all new edition of The Merriam-Webster Thesaurus features more than 150,000 word choices, including related words, antonyms, andnear antonyms.

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A revised and updated edition of the best-selling dictionary covering core vocabulary with over a hundred new entries and senses. More than 75,000 definitions and 8,000 usage examples aid understanding and cover the words you need today. Includes pronunciations, word origins, and synonym lists. Features useful tables and special sections on Foreign Words & Phrases and Geographical Names. New words include: athleisure, coronavirus, escape room, First Gentleman, herd immunity, hygge, on-brand, outro, patient zero, petrichor, PPE, Telehealth, unmute, UX, and YouTuber.

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This newly revised dictionary for high school students is a great study aid for building vocabulary and preparing for college-level reading. Designed especially for students grades 9–11, ages 14 & up. More than 110,000 definitions help students communicate effectively. 28,000 usage examples expand understanding. Over 200 new words and senses include athleisure, chatbot, escape room, greenwash, livestream, open-source, and smishing. Nearly 1,000 carefully drawn illustrations clarify meanings. More than 500 synonym paragraphs and 200 word history paragraphs. Special sections contain abbreviations, biographical and geographical names, signs and symbols, and a Handbook of Style. Merriam-Webster's School Dictionary is an excellent resource for students preparing for college-level reading or studying for the SAT or other standardized tests.

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The Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Basic English is designed for people with limited English language skills. Great for ESL students. More than 36,000 entries include inflected forms and variants. Concise, easy-to-use definitions. Nearly 20,000 usage examples and over 400 detailed line drawings. Includes word history and synonym paragraphs. Special sections include Signs and Symbols; Confused, Misused, and Misspelled Words; English Grammar; and Weights and Measures. Includes 800 pages. Measures 5.75" x 8.5". Trade paperback binding.

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This newly revised dictionary provides the guideposts that children in elementary school need to build vocabulary, improve reading ability, comprehend spelling, and better understand the world around them. Children will discover the meanings of over 37,000 words and phrases. Newly added words across a variety of fields include climate change, GIF, toggle and vegan. Entries - with easy to understand definitions - are enriched with nearly 1300 quotes from over 100 works of popular and classic children's literature.

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The Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's English Dictionary is designed to help advanced students master spoken and written English as it is actually used, this groundbreaking dictionary provides in-depth and up-to-date coverage of basic English vocabulary, grammar, and usage. Features more than 100,000 words and phrases defined with 3,000 core vocabulary words identified. New words added include eco-friendly, fracking, social media, and hashtag. Includes more than 160,000 usage examples, more than 22,000 idioms, verbal collocations, and commonly used phrases, and more than 1,000 original drawings—including 16 pages of full-color art. Abundant supplemental information includes 30 pages of grammar. Perfect for ESL, EFL, ELL, and TEFL study and instruction. Includes 2,032 pages. Measures 6.5" x 9.375". Trade paperback binding.

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Merriam-Webster's Pocket Thesaurus fits in the palm of your hand! More than 110,000 word choices include synonyms, antonyms, and related words. Find the right word whenever you need it. Includes 416 pages. Measures 2.5" x 5.375". Flexi paperback binding.

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This beginner's dictionary introduces young readers, grades K-2, ages 5-7, to 3,000 words using 1,000 entries and hundreds of captivating illustrations by beloved children's illustrator, Ruth Heller. The book teaches basic dictionary skills, and provided jokes, riddles, and poems to make learning fun. Fairy tales, myths, and nursey rhymes are referenced. Copyright 2021.

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The Merriam-Webster's School Thesaurus is designed for students grades 9-11, ages 14 and up. More than 154,000 word choices. Includes synonyms, antonyms, related and contrasted words, and idiomatic phrases. Concise definitions and 37,000 usage examples aid word selection. Includes 1,024 pages. Measures 7.25" x 9.5". Laminated hardcover binding.

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An update of the best-selling dictionary written especially for middle school students. This essential resource for grades 6-8, ages 11-14 is a great study aid for students building vocabulary and engaging with more complex text as they prepare for high school. Discover the meanings of over 67,000 words and phrases. 250 newly added words and senses across a variety of fields include chatbot, cryptocurrency, escape room, greenwash, Juneteenth, metaverse, sus, yeet, and zedonk. Nearly 23,000 usage examples and more than 1,000 carefully drawn illustrations clarify and expand understanding. Abundant word history and synonym paragraphs help students build vocabulary and improve reading and writing skills. New formal and informal labels provide guidance on appropriate word choice. A new Mythological, Folkloric, Legendary, and Scriptural Names section provides students with information about figures they encounter in literature and cultural studies. A great compliment to Merriam-Webster's Intermediate Thesaurus (sold separately).

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New Title! An essential vocabulary-building tool for middle school. Incorporates 12,000 terms into over 2,000 detailed, full-color illustrated, organized by subject. 10 chapters cover 350 topics from astronomy, clothing, music, food, transportation, sports and travel. It's an essential tool for any visual learner or a student new to English. Serves as a great companion to Merriam-Webster's Intermediate Dictionary. 2020 Copyright.

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A concise yet comprehensive guide packed with information about the words most commonly used in speech and writing. Features more than 40,000 entries with clear definitions and variant spellings. Includes 416 pages. Measures 2.5" x 5.375". Flexi paperback binding.

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More than just a list of synonyms, this handy reference explains important differences among related words and offers thousands of example sentences to show meaning in context. No other pocket thesaurus gives you as much help in choosing the exact word for every purpose.Key Features : i : Alphabetical listing of 3,000 synonymsii : Includes examples of usage and antonymsiii : Explanations of differences in meanings giveniv : Paperbackv : 264 pages

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Written students in grades 5-8, ages 10-14. Newly added vocabulary pays particular attention to this age group in the areas of social media, technology, and entertainment. More than 150,000 word choices include synonyms, antonyms, related words, and idiomatic phrases. Entries feature concise statements of shared meanings, and every synonym is illustrated with an example of typical usage—usually in the form of a complete sentence—that today's students will find relatable. Includes 896 pages. Measures 7.25" x 9.5".

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Developed by professional editors and educational consultants especially for preschoolers and children in the first years of school, the award-winning Picture Dictionary is a compilation of 900 of the words most commonly featured in elementary school reading programs and used every day by children in speech and writing. Entries are arranged alphabetically, introducing the concept that words in a dictionary are arranged in a sequence, and are illustrated with lively full-color drawings by distinguished children's illustrator Maggie Swanson. The same families and pets recur in the pictures, presenting children with a familiar cast of characters, engaging their attention. Playful example sentences show standard usage and encourage reading. The A-to-Z list is complemented by nine thematic illustrations at the back of the book that feature related vocabulary grouped in settings such as a classroom, a supermarket, and a zoo. Front matter includes an informative note to teachers and parents and guides them in using the book to best meet the needs of young readers. This book not only features a new cover, updated to match the line look of the other American Heritage® juvenile dictionaries, but it is for the first time presented in paperback, to match the new edition of the American Heritage® First Dictionary.Key Features : i : 900 entries in A-to-Z listii : Each entry features its own colorful, engaging illustration that brings the word to lifeiii : Now in paperbackiv : Grades P-K / Ages 4-6

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A brand new edition of our superb dictionary for children in grades 3-6 (ages 8-12), with age-appropriate vocabulary, easy-to-understand definitions, lively example sentences, and delightful color images. The American Heritage® Children's Dictionary has been completely revised, updated, and redesigned for a brand-new edition, ensuring that this title remains fresh and current while providing the visual appeal needed to captivate young readers. For this brand-new edition, every definition has been reviewed, and hundreds of new senses and new words and definitions—ranging from android to vegan—have been added. This edition includes a brand-new feature, Writers Choose Their Words. Nearly 100 new note boxes throughout the A-Z text highlight quotations selected from popular and classic young adult and children's literature and show key vocabulary words in context. With entries written in easy-to-understand language, an abundance of example sentences that provide greater context, and stunning full-color illustrations, this engaging reference brings words to life and enhances the child's learning experience.Key Features : i : Over 25,000 entries are defined in age-appropriate, contemporary language with more than 16,000 example sentencesii : More than 2,000 new words and senses that cover the complete range of subjectsiii : Over 1,500 full-color photographs and drawingsiv : Grades 3-6 / Ages 8-12

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A newly jacketed, eminently useful thesaurus for students in grades 6-10, providing burgeoning writers with 70,000 synonyms shown in contexts students can relate to. The American Heritage® Student Thesaurus is especially designed to improve the reading and writing skills of students in middle school and early high school. The book offers 6,000 main entries and over 70,000 synonyms—more than any other thesaurus at this level—as well as a table explaining the parts of speech. Each main entry includes a clear sample sentence showing typical usage. Synonyms are listed in the order of how well they fit the meaning illustrated in the sample sentence, encouraging students to think about word choice as an active process rather than a rote procedure. Word Group features for words with no actual synonyms (such as boat or hat) provide conceptually related terms (such as ship or cap). Additionally, many entries contain lists of antonyms to help build vocabulary. This book has been updated with a new jacket to match the line look for The American Heritage® Student Dictionary.Key Features : i : More than 70,000 synonymsii : 6,000 main entries with clear example sentencesiii : New Tips for Writers section helps students make good writing even betteriv : Grades 6-10v : Hardcovervi : 384 pages

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The Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, Eleventh Edition, defines the current, active vocabulary of American English and is updated on an ongoing basis. This durable, laminated version features more than 225,000 definitions and over 42,000 usage examples. Includes newly added words and meanings across a variety of fields including technology, entertainment, health, science, and society. Special sections include A Handbook of Style, Foreign Words and Phrases, Biographical Names, and Geographical Names. Includes 1,664 pages. Measures 7.25" x 9.88". Laminated hardcover, plain-edged binding.

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The authoritative High School dictionary written for students grades 9-11, ages 14 & up. A great study aid for students building vocabulary as they prepare for college-level reading. Features more than 100,000 definitions and 28,000 usage examples. New vocabulary includes haptics, farro, cybercrime, off-grid, and paywall. More than 500 synonym paragraphs, 200 word history paragraphs that clarify meaning, and nearly 1,000 illustrations. Special sections include biographical names, geographical names, and signs and symbols. An excellent resource for college test prep. Format: Laminated hardcover. Size: 1,280 pages; 7 1/4" x 9 1/2".

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