Chambers Compact Dictionary [antikvár]

Preface Chambers Compact Dictiona)}' is comprehensive, up to date, and easy to use. It focuses on contemporary English, providing straightforward, jargon-free definitions and helpful information in a clear and modern style. Pronunciation is given in the International Phonetic Alphabet for words that may cause difficulty, and et)'mologies provide information on the origin of words. There is generous coverage of English spoken in other parts of the world. This new edition of the Compact Dictionary retains all its popular features, and is updated to include hundreds of additional words and senses. More entries are accompanied by usage notes that supply practical recommendadons on using words correctly, giving even more help with aspects of English where there is frequent uncertaint)'. Many new information panels and tables provide interesdng extra facts and details, such the words used to denote letters in the NATO alphabet, in an accessible form. In addition, the unique World Reference section is now full-colour. New, colourful world maps provide clear illustration of geographical features, while thematic maps give an immediate overview of social and environmental issues. Packed with facts and figures on the world we live in, it is an attractive and succinct supplement for ready reference. With its combination of established qualities and expanded features, as well as its eyecatching new supplement, this new edition of Chambers Compact Dictionaiy is the essential guide to English today