The American Heritage Dictionary

Fifth Edition

Houghton Mifflin Company

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English

Random House Inc
15 July 2012

Language: reference & general; Dictionaries

. More than 70,000 entries

. Thoroughly revised and updated

. 2,500 new words and meanings

. More than 400 photographs and illustrations

. Expert guidance on correct usage

YOU ARE YOUR WORDS

The words you use define you. Make the most of them with The American Heritage

Dictionary.

THE FIFTH EDITION FEATURES

Clear definitions written in a style that is accurate and easy to understand

New words and senses in all areas from science and technology to food and clothing

Biographical and geographical entries that identify the people and places you need to know

Useful illustrations that enhance the definitions and make learning easier

Expert guidance on usage based on surveys of the American Heritage

Usage Panel

Etymologies, synonyms, antonyms, and much more

By: Houghton Mifflin Company
Imprint: Random House Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 173mm, Width: 104mm, Spine: 36mm
Weight: 448g
ISBN: 9780553583229
ISBN 10: 0553583220
Pages: 960
Publication Date: 15 July 2012
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

The Editors of the American Heritage Dictionaries and Thesauri are trained lexicographers with a varied array of interests and expertise. Most of the editors hold graduate degrees and have studied at least one foreign language. Several have degrees in linguistics or in the history of the English language. Others have degrees in science or sometimes other disciplines. All the editors familiarize themselves with the vocabulary in specific subject areas, collect materials on new developments and usage, and work in association with consultants to ensure that the content of our publications is as accurate and as up-to-date as possible.