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Microsoft Encarta college dictionary

Name: Microsoft Encarta college dictionary
Author: Microsoft
ISBN: 9780312280871

by Soukhanov, Anne H., Microsoft

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Overview

Built on tradition...upgraded for today.

Bold, clear, easy-to-use: "Quick Definition" system for instant access to core meanings

Focus on high technology: Comprehensive coverage of high-technology, scientific, and business terms; Glossary of internet e-commerce, and computer terms

Over 600 usage notes: Instructions for finding any subject online; Recommended web sites for research; Dos and don'ts for writing papers in electronic form; Formats for citation and documentation of internet sources

Common misspelled words and spellcheck notes: Frequently misused spelling clearly indicated with correct spelling shown

More new vocabulary: Over 320,000 entries and definitions; Over 5,000 new words; Over 1,000 illustrations

Quick facts: Short digests of key concepts in the Arts and Sciences

About the Author, Microsoft

General Editor Anne Soukhanov is one of the world's leading lexicographers. She is currently the "Word Watch" columnist for the Atlantic Monthly and was formerly the Executive Editor of the best-selling American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, Third Edition (1992). She is also General Editor of the Encarta World English Dictionary

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From Barnes & Noble

This all-new dictionary was compiled with the aid of professors from 29 leading universities to provide students with an up-to-date and practical college reference. General Editor Anne Soukhanov, who is also the "Word Watch" columnist for The Atlantic Monthly, includes prescriptive usage tips for today's confused student. Geared to the needs of the Information Age, this dictionary contains 5,000 new words and terms, such as "reality TV" and "rolling blackout."

Library Journal

Once again joining forces with Microsoft, Soukhanov follows up the Encarta World English Dictionary with what is touted as the first all-new college dictionary in three decades. Features include lots of high-tech vocabulary, coverage of variants from British to African English, 800 illustrations, and, of course, a guide to the Internet. Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information.