The Gutenberg Webster's Unabridged Dictionary: Section A and B

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Project Gutenberg

Contributor:

Webster, Noah, 1758-1843

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Gutenberg Webster's Unabridged Dictionary: Section A and B" by Project Gutenberg et al. is a comprehensive dictionary published in the early 20th century. This work contains detailed entries on words beginning with the letters A and B, focusing on their meanings, origins, and usage in the English language, thus offering readers a deep insight into vocabulary and semantic evolution. The beginning of the dictionary introduces the alphabetically arranged entries, commencing with the letter "A". It explains the origin and pronunciation of the letter, along with various meanings assigned to it across different contexts, including its use in music and as an article in English grammar. The opening also hints at the depth of content to be found in the complete work, as it navigates through etymological roots and illustrative usages from classical literature, showcasing a wealth of knowledge that invites readers to explore and expand their understanding of the English language. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 1996-09-01