Webster's New World Dictionary

by Webster's New World

Over 60,000 entries -- covering business, computer, and scientific terms; colloquial, idiomatic, and current slang expressions; and more.

Updated and revised biographical and geographical database -- with 1,600 additional entries.

Simple alphabetical listing for all entries -- including prefixes and suffixes, abbreviations, foreign words and phrases, and biographical and geographical names.

Concise, easy-to-understand definitions -- many revised to reflect the latest research on usage and meaning.

Precise and comprehensive pronunciation key -- located on inside of back cover for quick, convenient reference.

Updated page design and layout -- modern, clear type appeals to the eye and makes for an easier-to-read reference tool.

Complete A to Z preparation by the permanent lexicographical staff of Webster's New WorldTM Dictionary -- the word pros who prepared the acclaimed Third College Edition.
The Third College Edition of Webster's New World TM Dictionary is the dictionary of choice for the Associated Press and United Press International wire services, as well as for the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and hundreds of other newspapers nationwide.

Genres: Reference, Dictionaries, Nonfiction

Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Calahan Knapp · Rating 4 out of 5]

WNWD is most useful in establishing the foundation of wordly matters concerning physical reality, the explication of classical philosophical terms, and supplying a complete range of poetic descriptions relating to human experiences. What it avoids is crossing the threshold of controversy by shying away from technical definitions which could be morbidly disturbing, and instead settles for drier, unassuming definitions of potentially-offensive words. The worst forms of hateful language and bigotry from earlier eras have been censored out of the language at the expense of also losing some other powerful innovative content from older intellectuals.

[Miles Garrett · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best dictionary I have come across.