Books published by publisher Merriam Webster

Revised edition has more than 100,000 entries and nearly 1,000 illustrations, many brand new. Includes example sentences plus, 200 word history and 530 synonym paragraphs to clarify meaning. Updated to reflect Merriam-Webster's 11th edition Collegiate Dictionary. Reference Book Type: Dictionary; Age Recommendation: Grades 9-11; Language(s): English; Number of Pages: 1,280 pages.

This updated second edition is the first resort for a new generation of poets, musicians, and lyricists. It contains more than 67,000 rhyming words conveniently arranged alphabetically by rhyming sounds and syllables. The entries, include one-, two-, and three-syllable rhyming words, open compounds, and brand names. It is fully cross-referenced for ease of use and includes multi-word rhymes. Based on the best-selling Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary.

An all-new edition of the essential dictionary for children grades 3-5, ages 8-11, with more than 36,000 entries. Expanded usage sentences and phrases include over 1,300 quotes from classic and contemporary children's literature. Additional features include hundreds of new, colorful illustrations, photographs, and diagrams: word history and synonym paragraphs; pronunciation paragraphs for each letter; child-friendly usage hints; and Greek and Latin word root paragraphs to aid spelling and vocabulary building. Special sections include geographical terms, signs and symbols, word roots, and a list of literary works used in the text.Book Details:Format: HardcoverPublication Date: 1/1/2009Pages: 824Reading Level: Age 8 and Up

This recently updated edition is an essential vocabulary building tool for students grades 9-11, ages 14 & up. It offers a complete guide for understanding the rich variety of the English language, giving students 154,000 word choices including synonyms, antonyms, related and contrasted words and idiomatic phrases to help select just the right word. It can be used to teach word meaning when preparing for standardize tests like the SAT and ACT. Every main entry features an example sentence or phrase showing the word used in context. These usage examples--over 37,000 in total--provide guidance and help students make the best word choice. Entries also include concise statements that describe shared meanings among synonyms. New entries include: upscale, genderless, interest group. New synonyms and related words include chill and chill out at relax and e-mail and voice mail at communication. Merriam-Webster's School Thesaurus is a treasury of words and a perfect companion to the bestselling Merriam-Webster's School Dictionary.

An essential dictionary for children grades 3-5, ages 8-11, this hardcover offers 36,000 entries with 200 new words & senses, many from technology & life sciences. Definitions are enriched with 1,300 quotes from classic and contemporary children's literature, providing examples of how words are used in sentances. Includes 900 vibrant, colorful illustrations, photographs, and diagrams. Offers 250 word history paragraphs and 130 synonym paragrahs. Other features include Greek & Latin word root paragraphs, and student-friendly usge hints in full sentences. Special sections include geographical names, signs and symbols, a guide for writers and a list of literary works used in the text. Children's books from which example sentences are taken include:Alice's Adventures in Wonderland--by Lewis CarrollThe Secret Garden--by Frances Hodgson BurnettThe Black Stallion--by Walter FarleyWhere the Mountain Meets the Moon--by Grace LinMr. Popper's Penguins--by Richrd and Floence AtwaterCharlotte's Web--by E.B. White

A dictionary written especially for the needs of children grades 3-5 (ages 8-11).More than 36,000 entries with abundant usage sentences and phrasesHundreds of illustrations, photographs, and diagramsNearly 350 word history and synonym paragraphsSpecial sections include U.S. Presidents, Signs and Symbols, Commonly Confused and Misspelled Words, and a guide to punctuation, capitals, and italics.