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Signing Exact English
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Common Errors in English Usage
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The Penguin Rhyming Dictionary (Penguin Reference)
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Merriam-Webster's Visual Dictionary
Merriam-Webster's Visual Dictionary
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Hawaiian Dictionary: Hawaiian-English, English-Hawaiian
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Paperback Oxford English Dictionary
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The Oxford Picture Dictionary for Kids (Audio CDs)
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English for Everyday Activities: A Picture Process Dictionary
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Illustrated Reverse Dictionary: Find the Words at the Tip of Your Tongue
Reader's Digest Association

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Rogets 21st Century Thesaurus
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The New Comprehensive American Rhyming Dictionary
The New Comprehensive American Rhyming Dictionary
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The Disheveled Dictionary: A Curious Caper Through Our Sumptuous Lexicon
The Disheveled Dictionary: A Curious Caper Through Our Sumptuous Lexicon
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A Dictionary of Euphemisms: How Not to Say What You Mean (Oxford Paperback Reference)
A Dictionary of Euphemisms: How Not to Say What You Mean (Oxford Paperback Reference)
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Phraseology: Thousands of Bizarre Origins, Unexpected Connections, and Fascinating Facts about English's Best Expressions
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Dictionary of Languages: The Definitive Reference to More than 400 Languages
Dictionary of Languages: The Definitive Reference to More than 400 Languages
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The Lexicographer's Dilemma: The Evolution of "Proper" English, from Shakespeare to South Park
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The common theme among these books is that they are all comprehensive references or guides related to the English language, including dictionaries, thesauruses, guides to usage and grammar, and reference books on etymology and origins of words. There are also books focused on specific areas such as legal terminology, medical terms, American culture and history, songwriting, and even mythology. Some of the books are bilingual or designed specifically for language learners. Additionally, there are some books that provide visual aids such as illustrations or photographs to help with comprehension.

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