This new edition provides definitions, pronunciations and variant spellings for the words that make up the core of the English language. Special sections provide useful information for readers and writers. Includes 40,000 clear, concise definitions, common abbreviations. There are also special sections on Biographical Names, Geographical Names, English Word Roots and Basic English Grammar.

• Provides definitions, pronunciations and variant spellings for the words that make up the core of the English language
• 40,000 clear, concise definitions
• Special sections provide useful information for readers and writers
• 512 pages