Longman Dictionary of the English Language

Download or read book Longman Dictionary of the English Language written by and published by Longman Publishing Group. This book was released on 1991 with total page 1972 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This completelyd second edition of The Longman Dictionary of the English Language is one of the largest, most wide-ranging, single-volume dictionaries available. It is based on a unique analysis of millions of words as they are used in actual speech. This dictionary achieves a balance of tradition and innovation with 220,000 definitions written in accessible language, ensuring clarity, precision and consistency. More than 6,000 new words have been added to this unique compilation. It features boxed mini-essays providing the "why" for many definitions and points of usage. Upwards of 1,000 notes explain the difference between synonyms as well as correct usage. All new biographies and geographical references have been added along with thousands of fascinating word histories.