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The Dictionary of Unfamiliar Words: Over 10,000 Common and Confusing Words Explained
The Dictionary of Unfamiliar Words Over 10000 Common and Confusing Words Explained Author:The Diagram Group Over 10,000 common words that can be confusing or trickydescribed, explained, and defined. — This unique reference book strives to define words and phrases that the average person often encounters but which may not be immediately familiar. Batten, kiosk, proctor, coup de grâ ce, alliteration, parsec, corona, renal, joystick, decant, ... more »citadel. Broken down into over fifty categoriesfrom cultural essentials like art, history, and sports to modern obsessions like text messaging and hip hop slangthis book is a word lover's dream and a useful handbook for any student. It covers the sciences. It covers law. It covers politics. It covers theatre. It even has a section of foreign words commonly used in English. Expand your vocabulary. Improve your writing. Broaden your horizons! 300 b/w illustrations.« less