Compact Oxford English Dict/Thesaurus Pk

Compact Oxford English Dict/Thesaurus Pk
Author: Oxford
Publisher:
Total Pages: 2240
Release: 2005
Genre: English language
ISBN: 9780198610991

A special combination pack of the market-leading Compact Oxford English Dictionary and the Oxford Compact Thesaurus.The Compact Oxford English Dictionary contains over 140,000 words, phrases, and definitions. Definitions are clear and simple to understand, there are thousands of examples showing words in context, and lots of new usage notes and extra help with the pronunciation of tricky words.The Oxford Compact Thesaurus is perfect for anyone who wants to increase their vocabulary and write more effectively, and is great for word games. It offers up-to-date coverage of over 300,000 alternative and opposite words, with thousands more examples of real usage to help you identify the synonymyou need.The Effective English sections in both volumes help you to put your language skills into practice confidently and accurately. Attractively designed in a new colour layout, together the two volumes provide the essential compact English language reference.

Oxford Compact Thesaurus

Oxford Compact Thesaurus
Author: Maurice Waite
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 929
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: English language
ISBN: 9780198610304

Both authoritative and easy to use, this major new edition of the Compact Oxford Thesaurus offers up-to-date coverage of over 300,000 alternative and opposite words, with thousands more examples of real usage to help you identify the synonym you need. Based on the unrivalled databases of Oxford's language research programme, it provides the best selections of alternative words for you to choose from. The most useful alternative words are listed first, and the closest is highlighted for maximum accessibility, making the thesaurus quick and easy to use. Besides synonyms, the Compact Oxford Thesaurus also gives you opposites and brand-new Word Link panels to broaden your vocabulary e.g. choreography at dance, and geriatric at old. Also new to this edition are a more clear and open layout and a two-colour text design which makes the thesaurus even more accessible. In addition, the brand-new Essential English centre section gives you lots of help on improving your writing skills,and guidance to help you get the best out of the thesaurus. The Compact Oxford Thesaurus is perfect for anyone who wants to increase their vocabulary and write more effectively, as well as for word games. Its robust and durable format makes it ideal for use at home, school, and the office.

Compact Oxford Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Wordpower Guide

Compact Oxford Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Wordpower Guide
Author: Sara Hawker
Publisher: Oxford
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006
Genre: English language
ISBN: 9780198614234

The Compact Oxford Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Wordpower Guide is a brand-new three-in-one reference from Oxford. With a clear colour design, it gives easy access to essential everyday vocabulary for all your writing needs. Use the dictionary to check spellings and meanings. Thousands of up-to-date words, phrases, and definitions are given in a clear and simple style, making them easy to understand. Hundreds of notes on spelling and grammar help you get it right. Use the thesaurus to broaden your vocabulary and improve your writing skills. There are thousands of alternative and opposite words, with the most useful synonym given first for ease of use. Thousands of real examples of usage show synonyms in context and help you identify the correct sense. Use the Wordpower Guide to expand your vocabulary (or just indulge your fascination with words!) on topics such as phobias, countries of the world, foreign words and phrases, and commonly confused words, and refer to the games andpuzzles wordbuilder for quick solutions to puzzles and crosswords. Compact and affordable, the Compact Oxford Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Wordpower Guide is your perfect one-stop reference for home, school, and the office.

The Compact Oxford Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Wordpower Guide

The Compact Oxford Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Wordpower Guide
Author: Catherine Soanes
Publisher: OXFORD University Press
Total Pages: 1111
Release: 2002
Genre: English language
ISBN: 9780198603702

The Oxford Compact Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Wordpower Guide gives you three books in one. The dictionary section offers excellent coverage of everyday English, with over 120,000 words, phrases, and definitions, while the thesaurus has over 150,000 alternative words. Other features include straightforward guidance on grammar and usage in the shape of in-text boxes and thousands of example sentences illustrating words in use. The Wordpower Guide offers extra help to improve your vocabulary, and includes a section on foreign words and phrases, information on collective names for animals and birds, useful vocabulary for use in word games, lists of common confusables, a section on selecting the right word, and an extensive Wordbuilder section which gives instant links to related words.

Little Oxford Dictionary, Thesaurus and Wordpower Guide

Little Oxford Dictionary, Thesaurus and Wordpower Guide
Author: Sara Hawker
Publisher: Oxford
Total Pages: 746
Release: 2003
Genre: English language
ISBN: 9780198607090

The Little Oxford Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Wordpower Guide provides three books in one compact and durable format. It offers the most authoritative and up-to-date coverage of current English, with a dictionary containing over 40,000 words, phrases, and definitions, and a thesaurus with more than 65,000 alternative words. Matching dictionary and thesaurus entries are presented on the same page for quick and easy reference. A unique Wordpower Guide offering a vocabulary builder, lists offrequently misspelled words, and collective nouns for animals and birds helps you to enrich your vocabulary and use the English language more effectively.

Compact Oxford Thesaurus

Compact Oxford Thesaurus
Author: Maurice Waite
Publisher: OXFORD
Total Pages: 984
Release: 2008
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

This is a revised edition of the 'Compact Oxford Thesaurus'. With over 300,000 synonyms and antonyms, this is an ideal tool for writing or reference at home, school, or work.

Compact Oxford Thesaurus for University and College Students

Compact Oxford Thesaurus for University and College Students
Author: Sara Hawker
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 980
Release: 2007
Genre: Reference
ISBN:

The Compact Oxford Thesaurus for Students is a brand-new title specifically designed to meet the needs of today's students. It is perfect for student reference and everyday study needs. The thesaurus text is accessible and easy to use, with the most useful and common synonyms placed first.Throughout the thesaurus text there are notes giving advice on commonly confused words such as empathy/sympathy, and affect/effect. The thesaurus has been market-tested with both teachers and students. Of particular relevance is the centre supplement, which gives lots of practical information - to help students use a thesaurus and write more effectively.As well as the printed book, there is an Online Resource Centre, accessed via weblinks given in the book, which gives additional information and study skills support.This portable and affordable thesaurus is an essential reference tool for all college and university students who need practical advice and tips to tackle their studies, and those who want to write effectively and with confidence.

Compact Oxford English Dictionary of Current English

Compact Oxford English Dictionary of Current English
Author: Catherine Soanes
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1274
Release: 2008
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN:

The coverage of essential English vocabulary and clear, accessible style make this revised edition of the 'Compact Oxford English Dictionary of Current English' ideal for general everyday use. This edition includes a wide selection of new words and phrases, together with extra advice on how to improve your writing.

Little Oxford Dictionary and Thesaurus

Little Oxford Dictionary and Thesaurus
Author: Charlotte Livingstone
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 808
Release: 2008
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

This combined dictionary and thesaurus is the smallest hardback in the Oxford range. The Little Oxford English Dictionary & Thesaurus is a convenient, compact, and portable reference book to help with studies or to solve everyday language problems and puzzles, wherever you are. This second edition features an attractive new design so that you can find what you need easily. This includes the integration of the dictionary and thesaurus text, meaning that the thesaurus entry for a word sits directly alongside the dictionary entry so that you do not have to hunt around the page to find the word you are looking for. A new centre section gives encyclopedic information such as lists of countries and capitals, rivers and lakes, kings, queens, and prime ministers, as well as collective nouns, helping you to broaden your knowledge. Packed with help and information, the Little Oxford English Dictionary & Thesaurus is the ideal small reference book for home, school, or work.