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The Oxford English Dictionary, Volume 120, (20 Volume Set)
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Eighty Years Ago, The Greatest Work In Dictionarymaking Ever Undertaken Was Completed. And With Its Enormous Range, Unparalleled Historical Depth, Detailed Etymologies, And Inexhaustible Supply Of Illustrative Quotations, It Has Enriched The Lives Of Writers, Readers, And Wordlovers Of All Stripes Ever Since. Begun In 1857, Published In Ten Volumes In 1928, Subsequently Revised And Expanded To 20 Volumes In 1989, And Now Adopted To The Electronic Age, The Oed Has Become The Most Venerated And Most Beloved Englishlanguage Reference Ever Compiled.The Key Feature Of The Oed, Of Course, Is Its Unique Historical Focus. Accompanying Each Definition Is A Chronologically Arranged Group Of Quotations That Illustrate The Evolution Of Meaning From The Word'S First Recorded Usage And Show The Contexts In Which It Can Be Used. The Quotations Are Drawn From A Huge Variety Of Sourcesliterary, Scholarly, Technical, Popularand Represent Authors As Disparate As Geoffrey Chaucer And Erica Jong, William Shakespeare And Raymond Chandler, Charles Darwin And John Le Carre. In All, Nearly 2.5 Million Quotationsillustrating Over A Halfmillion Wordscan Be Found In The Oed. Other Features Distinguishing The Entries In The Dictionary Are The Most Authoritative Definitions, Detailed Information On Pronunciation, Variant Spellings Throughout Each Word'S History, Extensive Treatment Of Etymology, And Details Of Area Of Usage And Of Any Regional Characteristics (Including Geographical Origins).A Dictionary Like No Other In The World, The Oed Has Been Described As Among The Wonders Of The World Of Scholarship. Reflecting Upon The Dictionary'S 80 Years, That Statement Is Today More Apt Than It Ever Has Been.Also Available Online At: Www.Oed.Com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is included in the 20 Volume Set of The Oxford English Dictionary? A: The 20 Volume Set of The Oxford English Dictionary includes comprehensive definitions, historical quotations, variant spellings, etymology, and information on pronunciation for over half a million words.
- Q: What is the significance of the historical focus in The Oxford English Dictionary? A: The historical focus of The Oxford English Dictionary illustrates the evolution of word meanings through chronologically arranged quotations, providing context from various literary and scholarly sources.
- Q: Is The Oxford English Dictionary available in a digital format? A: Yes, The Oxford English Dictionary is available online at www.oed.com, allowing users to access its extensive resources digitally.
- Q: What is the condition of the product when purchased? A: The Oxford English Dictionary, Volume 1-20, is Brand New in box and ships with all relevant accessories.
- Q: Who is the author of The Oxford English Dictionary, Volume 1-20? A: The author of The Oxford English Dictionary, Volume 1-20 is John Simpson.
- Q: When was The Oxford English Dictionary first published? A: The Oxford English Dictionary was first published in ten volumes in 1928 and was expanded to twenty volumes in 1989.
- Q: How many pages does The Oxford English Dictionary, Volume 1-20 have? A: The Oxford English Dictionary, Volume 1-20 has a total of 21,728 pages, providing extensive information and resources.
- Q: What type of binding does this dictionary set have? A: The Oxford English Dictionary, Volume 1-20 is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and a premium feel.
- Q: What are the key features of The Oxford English Dictionary? A: Key features include authoritative definitions, detailed etymologies, extensive quotations, information on pronunciation, and insights into regional characteristics of words.
- Q: What is the publication date of the latest edition of The Oxford English Dictionary? A: The latest edition of The Oxford English Dictionary was published on March 30, 1989.