Oxford Minireference Dictionary and Thesaurus

by Oxford University Press

Book Overview

With its unique, fully integrated layout, The Oxford Minidictionary and Thesaurus is clearer, more accurate, and easier to use than any other combined dictionary/thesaurus reference. Where other combined volumes print a separate dictionary and thesaurus text across the same page (for an approximate match), The Oxford Minidictionary and Thesaurus combines both dictionary and thesaurus features within individual entries. Each set of synonyms is keyed...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198631499
• ISBN13: 9780198631491
• Release Date: December 1995
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 752 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 3.1" x 4.5"

Customer Reviews

Why Aren't All Dictionaries Made This Way?

You may well wonder, as do I, after taking a look at "Oxford's Minireference and Thesaurus," why all dictionaries aren't made this way. This easy to use, highly portable reference combines the features of a dictionary with 30,000 entries, and a thesaurus with 115,000 synonyms, in the same entry. The definitions are lucid, and are followed by appropriate alternate words. This one-stop reference is the most helpful and convenient on the market. And this paperback edition, with dimensions, in inches: 1.50" x 4.75" x 3.25", is a perfect fit for large pockets and regular-sized pocket books!The Best - and a bargain ...