Master a clear, practical dictionary built for middle school study.
The Standard Intermediate-School Dictionary provides practical coverage of more than 38,000 words and phrases, with orthography, pronunciation, meaning, and etymology designed for students in the school setting and beyond.
This edition abridges a renowned reference, offering reliable, concise definitions, careful capitalization guidance, and approachable entries that support classroom learning and independent reading alike. It also features illustrated examples and a streamlined phonetic system to help with correct pronunciation.
- Clear, concise definitions chosen for easier understanding at the middle-school level
- Phonetic guidance and capitalization rules to aid correct spelling and usage
- Fresh etymologies presented in a student-friendly format
- More than 800 illustrations to connect words to visual meaning
Ideal for teachers and students seeking a dependable, compact reference that supports everyday language use and quick lookups during lessons and homework. This edition is well suited for classroom desks, study space, and home learning alike.