Webster's New World: American Idioms Handbook

Webster's New World: American Idioms Handbook
Author: Gail Brenner
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 467
Release: 2011-09-23
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 054418890X

The most comprehensive reference for understanding and using the contemporary idioms of American English—with more than 1,000 entries. Mastering the use of idiomatic language is an essential step toward achieving fluency in any language. Webster's New World: American Idioms Handbook is the ideal guide to the slang, sayings, expressions, jargon, and colloquialisms of American English—covering more than 1,000 entries. Emphasizing acquisition and application, this book explains their meanings as well as when, where, why, and how to use them. A wealth of examples helps readers understand each idiom’s connotation and identify its appropriate context. An extensive index allows for quick and easy reference.

Merriam-Webster's Reader's Handbook

Merriam-Webster's Reader's Handbook
Author: Merriam-Webster, Inc
Publisher:
Total Pages: 616
Release: 1997
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN:

A complete guide to literary terms. - More than 2,000 entries - Descriptions of terms relating to all genres, styles, and eras - Includes the terminology of rhetorical expressions, verse forms, and meter

Webster's New World Office Professional's Desk Reference

Webster's New World Office Professional's Desk Reference
Author: Anthony S. Vlamis
Publisher: Webster's New World
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999
Genre: Office management
ISBN: 9780028628837

This comprehensive package of the most useful information in book and CD form is a must for the home office, small office, and corporate office professional alike. About the Desk Reference: Webster2s New World Office Professional2s Desk Reference gives today2s office professional or entrepreneur concise advice, tips, and resources for accomplishing many diverse tasks in the least amount of time. The information is written in simple, direct language and categorized and indexed for quick and easy retrieval. Webster2s New World Office Professional2s Desk Reference is completely up-to-date, covering today2s basic office equipment and current technologies such as desktop publishing, video conferencing, and much more. These special features provide extra value: Sidebars featuring special advice for medical, legal, and technical assistants Model formats for letters, reports, press releases, minutes, and more Numerous reference tables including travel distances, weather, exchange rates, and more A complete, concise style and grammar guide A 33,000-word guide to spelling and hyphenation About the CD-ROM: Writing powerful, effective letters can be time consuming. Webster2s New World Office Professional2s Desk Reference comes with Webster2s New World? 1001 Essential Letters on CD-ROM. The CD provides over 1,000 instant, electronic templates for all letter-writing needs from cover letters to sales-lead generation letters, and more. The keyword search technology allows users to find the perfect letter template in a flash and the easy-to-use customization feature allows for quick personalization. Webster2s New World 1001 Essential Letters is compatible with Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, and MS Write. System requirements are Windows 3.1, 3.11, or Windows 95 on a 486sx 33Mhz or faster system with 8MB RAM, 2MB hard disk space, and a CD-ROM drive.

Noah Webster and His Words

Noah Webster and His Words
Author: Jeri Chase Ferris
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2012-10-23
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0547935412

Golden Kite Award for Nonfiction Webster’s American Dictionary is the second most popular book ever printed in English. But who was that Webster? Noah Webster (1758–1843) was a bookish Connecticut farm boy who became obsessed with uniting America through language. He spent twenty years writing two thousand pages to accomplish that, and the first 100 percent American dictionary was published in 1828 when he was seventy years old. This clever, hilariously illustrated account shines a light on early American history and the life of a man who could not rest until he’d achieved his dream. An illustrated chronology of Webster’s life makes this a picture perfect bi-og-ra-phy [noun: a written history of a person's life].

Merriam-Webster's Secretarial Handbook

Merriam-Webster's Secretarial Handbook
Author: Merriam-Webster, Inc
Publisher:
Total Pages: 618
Release: 1993
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

An authoritative reference source for today's office professional. Covers all aspects of office management. Includes an introduction to computers and a guide to business English. Provides abundant practical examples.

Webster's New World Compact Desk Dictionary and Style Guide

Webster's New World Compact Desk Dictionary and Style Guide
Author: Editors of Webster's New World Dictionaries
Publisher: Webster's New World
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002-07-26
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9780764563379

The Complete Resource for Effective Communication Use words with precision. Clear, concise definitions help you say exactly what you mean. With 61,000 entries, 3,000 of them new, this dictionary covers the practical language you need every day. Based on the prestigious Webster's New World College Dictionary, this compact desk edition is up-to-date, authoritative, and easy to use. Write clearly and persuasively. Succinct explanations of grammar and punctuation help you avoid common errors. Expert advice on word usage adds polish to your writing. The clear, readable style guide, now completely rewritten, includes numerous examples of the "do's and don'ts" of effective writing. Get the information you need. Helpful tables give quick access to frequently needed facts, from capitals of the states to measurement conversions. Tables are grouped together so that information is easy to find. The dictionary you know and trust plus a complete, concise style guide and more * Widely used scientific, technical, professional, and business terms * Frequently used foreign words and phrases * Common abbreviations * Guide to pronunciation * Concise word origins * Basic rules of grammar, punctuation, and capitalization * Proper expression of numbers * Spelling and hyphenation of compound words * Guide to proper use of frequently misused words and phrases * Handy reference tables

Noah Webster's Reading Handbook

Noah Webster's Reading Handbook
Author: Darrel A. Trulson
Publisher: Christian Liberty Press
Total Pages: 148
Release: 1993
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781930092242

This historic text has been updated. The blends and words in this reader are arranged to correlate with the sequence in which the special phonics sounds are taught. This reader is an invaluable teaching tool for children who need extra practice in the application of phonics rules.

Webster's New World English Grammar Handbook

Webster's New World English Grammar Handbook
Author: Kate Shoup
Publisher: Wiley
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2009-04-20
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9780470410806

The trusted reference—now with on-the-go access Whether you're in school or out in the work world, communicating clearly and correctly is key to your success. With easy-to-understand explanations of grammar rules and plenty of real-world examples and tips, this authoritative reference is just what you need to speak and write with confidence and ease. Now more accessible than ever, this edition has been updated to include: A new chapter on punctuation, including common punctuation mistakes Expanded coverage of commonly misspelled words and variances in spelling More intuitive organization, making it easier to navigate Visual elements that enhance your understanding of specific grammar problems Free online access to portions of the book for an on-the-go reference to commonly misspelled words; common punctuation errors; variances in spelling among the U.S., the U.K., and Canada; and frequently misused words and expressions Lucid, comprehensive, and easy-to-use, this is your go-to guide to get ahead.

Webster's New Explorer Dictionary of Word Origins

Webster's New Explorer Dictionary of Word Origins
Author: Merriam-Webster, Inc
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004
Genre: English language
ISBN: 9781892859662

Provides the origins and history behind thousands of everyday English words. Includes detailed explanations of the context in which each word was originally used.