Dictionary, World Book

Description:

The World Book Dictionary was developed by experts to be clear, informative, and easy to understand.

The last thing a dictionary needs to be is intimidating. Yet many adult dictionaries are just that. This dictionary, from the editors of The World Book Encyclopedia, combines all the features of a traditional dictionary with the readability of World Book. The result is an ideal student dictionary that is simple and effective and can be used for a lifetime.

Words likely to be used by students are defined in a simple manner for better comprehension. The World Book Dictionary also presents examples that follow each definition and help clarify and reinforce the meanings of each entry.

Key features include:

• More than 225,000 entries and more than 3,000 llustrations.

• Thumb indexing.

• Definitions arranged by frequency of use, and the most common meaning is given first

• A unique 124-page Guide to Communications that includes punctuation and spelling tips, vocabulary lists and writing guidelines, and information on using different languages.

Awards & Reviews:

• "...recommended for public, school, (tertiary), and home libraries." -- American Reference Books Annual, 2006

• "Every Definition is clear and straightforward but achieved with simple language." American Reference Book Annual

• "The dictionary's strong point is its full, yet easy-to-read pages." Book News

• "World Book Dictionary's exclusive feature is a 128-page 'Guide to Communication.'" Catholic Library World