Dictionary of Current English

Containing over 140,000 clear definitions and entries written to offer accessible coverage of today's English, the Oxford Dictionary of Current English is the largest paperback dictionary of its kind, providing a handy source for all the most frequently needed words, meanings, origins, usages,and spellings. The book's rapid-access format presents a clear, open page layout that takes you straight to the word you need. A special new words appendix provides a fascinating survey of new words in the language, including such neologisms as "animatronics," "chromosome map," "pro-choice,""tanga," and "World Wide Web." Over 280 "good usage" boxes gives guidance on difficult or confusing aspects of English usage, and the expanded offerings on word origins are presented in a concise, easy-to-understand form. With its compact size, clear layout, and handy paperback format, thisdictionary is ideal for all quick reference needs.