The American Heritage Dictionary Fifth Edition [Paperback]

• More than 70,000 entries
• Thoroughly revised and updated
• 2,500 new words and meanings
• More than 400 photographs and illustrations
• Expert guidance on correct usage
 
YOU ARE YOUR WORDS
 
The words you use define you. Make the most of them withThe American Heritage®Dictionary.
 
THE FIFTH EDITION FEATURES
 
Clear definitionswritten in a style that is accurate and easy to understand
New words and sensesin all areas from science and technology to food and clothing
Biographical and geographical entriesthat identify the people and places you need to know
Useful illustrationsthat enhance the definitions and make learning easier
Expert guidanceon usage based on surveys of theAmerican Heritage® Usage Panel
Etymologies, synonyms, antonyms,and much more"This newAmerican Heritageis more suited to our national character than any other previous dictionary." —New York Times Book ReviewThe Editors of the American Heritage Dictionaries and Thesauri are trained lexicographers with a varied array of interests and expertise. Most of the editors hold graduate degrees and have studied at least one foreign language. Several have degrees in linguistics or in the history of the English language. Others have degrees in science or sometimes other disciplines. All the editors familiarize themselves with the vocabulary in specific subject areas, collect materials on new developments and usage, and work in association with consultants to ensure that the content of our publications is as accurate and as up-to-date as possible.US