5 edition of Webster"s new explorer dictionary of word origins found in the catalog.
Published
2004
by Federal Street Press in Springfield, MA
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Written in English
Edition Notes
| Other titles | New explorer dictionary of word origins, Dictionary of word origins |
| Statement | created in cooperation with the editors of Merriam-Webster. |
| Genre | Dictionaries. |
| Contributions | Merriam-Webster, Inc. |
| Classifications | |
|---|---|
| LC Classifications | PE1580 .W345 2004 |
| The Physical Object | |
| Pagination | xvii, 526 p. ; |
| Number of Pages | 526 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL3328878M |
| ISBN 10 | 1892859661 |
| LC Control Number | 2004303759 |
| OCLC/WorldCa | 56426795 |
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Webster's new explorer dictionary and thesaurus. [Merriam-Webster, Inc.;] -- A reference book containing an alphabetical list of words, with in formation given for each word, usually including meaning, pronunciation, and etymology and includes synonyms and antonyms. No other dictionary matches M-W's accuracy and scholarship in defining word meanings.
Our pronunciation help, synonyms, usage and grammar tips set the standard. Go beyond dictionary lookups with Word of the Day, facts and observations on language, lookup trends, and wordplay from the editors at Merriam-Webster Dictionary.Explorer definition is - one that explores; especially: a person who travels in search of geographical or scientific information.Genre/Form: Dictionaries: Document Type: Book: All Authors / Contributors: Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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