A combination dictionary and thesaurus in a single volume encompasses more than 61,000 dictionary entries--including three thousand new scientific, business, technical, and professional terms--accompanied by cross-references to thesaurus entries that listA combination dictionary and thesaurus in a single volume encompasses more than 61,000 dictionary entries--including three thousand new scientific, business, technical, and professional terms--accompanied by cross-references to thesaurus entries that list synonyms in the order of frequency of use and handy reference sections. synonyms in the order of frequency of use and handy reference sections.
The Editors of the Webster’s New World Dictionaries are a team of professional lexicographers with advanced degrees in various scholarly fields. The editors familiarize themselves with the vocabulary in specific subject areas, collect materials on new developments and usage, and work with expert consultants to ensure that the content of our publications is as accurate and as up-to-date as possible.