Books published by publisher Merriam-Webster

New title! A beginner's dictionary written for children features hundreds of captivating illustrations by celebrated children's author Ruth Heller. Nearly 1,000 entries include definitions, example sentences, and word histories. Introduces basic dictionary skills such as alphabetization, spelling, pronunciation, use of synonyms and antonyms, and using words in context. Packed with jokes, poems, and fun facts to foster and develop a child's language skills.

This hardcover dictionary is written especially for students grades 9-11, ages 14 & up. It features 100,000 definitions and 28,000 usage examples. Includes 150 newly added words and meanings across a variety of fields including technology, entertainment, health, science and society. It offers more than 500 synonym paragraphs, 200 word history paragraphs to help clarify meaning, and nearly 1,000 illustrations. A great study aid for students building vocabulary and preparing for college level reading. Special sections include biographical names, geographical names and signs and symbols. New words added include: hashtag, cloud computing, derecho, beatbox, mash-up, erythropoietin, carbon footprint, fracking, selfie, body mass index, unfriend,stream, tablet, netiquette, eurozone, augmented reality, tweet and zip line. Avoids controversial and vulgar words.