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From Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. A dictionary is a collection of words in a specific language, often listed alphabetically, with definitions, etymologies, phonetics, pronunciations, and other information; or a book of words in one language with their equivalents in another, also known as a lexicon. According to Nielsen 2008 a dictionary may be regarded as a lexicographical product that is characterised by three significant features: (1) it has been prepared for one or more functions; (2) it contains data that have been selected for the purpose of fulfilling those functions; and (3) its lexicographic structures link and establish relationships between the data so that they can meet the needs of users and fulfil the functions of the dictionary. In many languages, words can appear in many different forms, but only the undeclined or unconjugated form appears as the headword in most dictionaries. Dictionaries are most commonly found in the form of a book, but some newer dictionaries, like StarDict and the New Oxford American Dictionary are dictionary software running on PDAs or computers. There are also many online dictionaries accessible via the Internet. A multi-volume Latin dictionary in the University Library of Graz.From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License What is a good dictionary to use while playing scrabble? Q. Hello! I've began playing scrabble recently (I love it) and I was wondering what a good dictionary to use was. Would a regular dictionary work? Or would a "Scrabble Dictionary" be better? Hope someone can help! Asked by Jack - Fri Nov 7 19:48:40 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments A. Chambers do a scrabble dictionary. And it is the standard for tounament play. Answered by brucebirchall - Fri Nov 7 19:55:10 2008 What in the hell is irregardless doing in the dictionary? Q. I understand language is part of culture and is ever evolving, but that word makes no sense! The prefix 'ir' is negative. Less is without. Does irregardless mean without without regard.( I know I used 'without' twice). I can't even find a proper definition for it except for the fact that people use it thinking it means regardless. This is more of a rant that a questions, but what is your view on the word and it being in the dictionary? ""irregardless is avoided by careful English users" ?? Careful English users?! What kind of nonsense is that. The word does not make any sense, neither does ain't. Ain't is a contraction of WHAT?? These linguists that have the power to put these words in the English, be they Standard English, Olde… [cont.] Asked by Pretty_Trini_Rican - Mon Mar 6 21:31:20 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments A. It's used fairly commonly. My dictionary widget says, it is "probably a blend of irrespective and regardless," and refers to its "illogical negative prefix." It also informs readers that, "irregardless is avoided by careful users of English" and instructs the reader to use regardless instead. I noticed that "ain't" is also in the dictionary even though "it does not form part of standard English and should not be used in formal contexts." ___ What is the Engish language coming to? I had a frightening thought. Then I checked the dictionary. "LOL" is in there. It's defined as "abbreviation: laughing (laugh) out loud." I think it's only a matter of time before "ur" makes it in as an alternate spelling of "your." Answered by EmilyRose - Mon Mar 6 21:42:13 2006 What is the best/high-end electronic dictionary available in the market?
Q. I'm looking for an electronic dictionary so I can bring it to school. A little problem which is, I cannot decide which one is the best. Money is not an issue, I would like to know what you prefer. I'd like an electronic dictionary that has all the feature. Please let me know, thank you. Asked by Dennis L - Thu Apr 23 05:51:01 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. dictionary dot com is the best I just don't know if it is available offline Answered by worldstiti - Thu Apr 23 05:59:38 2009 From Yahoo Answer Search: "dictionary"  news.google.com Los Angeles Times Merriam-Webster has added a definition of the term "earmark" to the latest edition of its dictionary : "A provision in congressional legislation that ... Merriam-Webster unveils new dictionary words Examiner.com 'Shawarma' is now an English dictionary word ArabianBusiness.com I'm no sock puppet Zanesville Times Recorder The Coloradoan - GulfNews - Pictou Country Nova Scotia News - Examiner.com all 14 news articles » news.google.com This is Somerset The Year 6 pupils, who all start secondary school in September were all given an Usborne colour illustrated dictionary along with a bible and 'going away' ... news.google.com Examiner.com If you're wondering what guyliner is, it's not yet been defined in Webster's Dictionary , but it is a trend that's becoming more and more popular. ... From Google News Search: "dictionary"  saraphina.com 300px x 374px | 105.90kB [source page] From The Illustrated Dictionary of Romantic Acts 24 x 30 inches Oil on Canvas  gizmodo.com 243px x 520px | 42.10kB [source page] Merriam Webster along with iPREPpress has released a pocket dictionary for the iPod which provides you definations of over 40 000 words Using the iPod s scroll wheel users can search for  asyl.co.jp 257px x 600px | 70.50kB [source page] dictionary 75 jpg 20 Jun 2006 17 45 59k dictionary 76 jpg 20 Jun 2006 17 45 30k dictionary 77 jpg 20 Jun 2006 17 45 89k dictionary 86 jpg 20 Jun 2006 17 45 71k diskit 1 jpg 20 Jun 2006 17 45 35k diskit 2 jpg 20 Jun 2006 17 45 34k From Yahoo Image Search: "dictionary"  learnenglishwithme.net admin Wed, 22 Jul 2009 16:00:16 GM Excerpt from: The Routledge . dictionary. of ... - Google Books.  crackappz.com admin ue, 21 Jul 2009 18:24:49 GM Oxford . Dictionary. 11 - Full with sound. This major new edition of the world-famous Concise Oxford English . Dictionary. provides an authoritative description.  parishmouse.com Sally Sun, 17 May 2009 20:34:15 GM Free transcriptions of historical books and parish registers. Photos of churches and graves and scans of illustrations from historical books. From Google Blog Search: "dictionary" |
