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Fifty years in the making, the Oxford Latin Dictionary is the first LatinEnglish dictionary based on a fresh reading of original sources. The Dictionary was published in eight fascicles between 1968 and 1982 and is now available in a single bound volume.Features of the Oxford Latin DictionaryBL First LatinEnglish dictionary composed directly from original sourcesBL Comprehensive coverage of classical Latin with entries for approximately 40,000 wordsBL Based on a collection of over one million quotations that illustrate the meaning and use of Latin words from the earliest known instanceBL Definitions are in modern English and based on modern lexicographical principlesBL Uptodate with the inclusion of better texts as well as epigraphical material that was previously unavailableThe Oxford Latin Dictionary is a comprehensive and authoritative reference work for students, teachers, professionals, and general readers interested in classical languages and literature, ancient history, medieval studies, languages, art history, ancient philosophy, religion, archaeology, law, medicine, and natural science.
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- Q: What is the Oxford Latin Dictionary? A: The Oxford Latin Dictionary is a comprehensive Latin-English dictionary based on original sources, offering definitions for approximately 40,000 classical Latin words.
- Q: Who is the author of the Oxford Latin Dictionary? A: The Oxford Latin Dictionary is authored by P. G. W. Glare.
- Q: How many pages does the Oxford Latin Dictionary have? A: The Oxford Latin Dictionary contains 2160 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the Oxford Latin Dictionary have? A: The Oxford Latin Dictionary is available in a hardcover edition.
- Q: When was the Oxford Latin Dictionary published? A: The Oxford Latin Dictionary was published on March 24, 1983.
- Q: What makes the Oxford Latin Dictionary unique? A: It is the first Latin-English dictionary composed directly from original sources, including over one million quotations illustrating Latin word meanings.
- Q: Is the Oxford Latin Dictionary suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the Oxford Latin Dictionary is suitable for students, teachers, and general readers interested in classical languages and literature.
- Q: Does the Oxford Latin Dictionary include modern English definitions? A: Yes, the definitions in the Oxford Latin Dictionary are provided in modern English and based on contemporary lexicographical principles.
- Q: Can I use the Oxford Latin Dictionary for academic purposes? A: Absolutely, the Oxford Latin Dictionary serves as an authoritative reference for academic studies in classical languages, ancient history, and related fields.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or additional materials in the Oxford Latin Dictionary? A: The dictionary focuses primarily on text and definitions, and does not include illustrations, but provides comprehensive coverage of Latin words and their usage.