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9780198611868
The Oxford English Dictionary : 20 volume set (2nd edition) order quantity
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NZ$ 1,500.00 each
Hardback
Author: Oxford University Press editors
Published by: Oxford University Press
The 20-volume Oxford English Dictionary is the accepted authority on the evolution of the English language over the last millennium. It traces the usage of words through 2.4 million quotations from a wide range of international English language sources. The OED has a unique historical focus. Accompanying each definition is a chronologically arranged group of quotations that trace the usage of words, and show the contexts in which they can be used. The quotations are drawn from a huge variety of sources worldwide - literary, scholarly, technical, and popular - and represent authors as disparate as Geoffrey Chaucer and Erica Jong, William Shakespeare, Charles Darwin and Isabella Beeton. Other features distinguishing the entries in the Dictionary are authoritative definitions; detailed information on pronunciation using the International Phonetic Alphabet; listings of variant spellings used throughout each word's history; extensive ... more
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9780199297726
Oxford English Dictionary : 20-Volume Print + CD-ROM bundle (2nd edition) order quantity
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NZ$ 1,700.00 each
Hardback
Author: Oxford University Press editors
Published by: Oxford University Press
The Oxford English Dictionary is unquestionably the world's greatest authority on the English Language. It is an unsurpassed guide to the meaning, history, and pronunciation of over half a million words, both present and past. It traces the usage of words through 2.5 million quotations from a wide range of international English language sources, from classic literature and specialist periodicals to film scripts and cookery books.
The Oxford English Dictionary is the accepted authority on the evolution of English over the last millennium. This special offer combines the magnificent 20-volume printed edition with the portability and powerful search capabilities of the OED on CD-ROM. The special applies until end of January 2009, price then reverts to $3200.
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9780199206872
Shorter Oxford English Dictionary (6th Edition, 2007) order quantity
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NZ$ 350.00 each
Hardback
Author: Oxford University Press editors
Published by: Oxford University Press
2 volume cased hardback

Contains more than 600,000 words, phrases, and definitions, with coverage of language from the entire English-speaking world, from North America and the UK to South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, and the Caribbean.

From the beginning, the Shorter Oxford English Dictionary was intended to be an abridgement of the full Oxford English Dictionary. The first editor, William Little, was appointed in 1902. He worked on it until his death in 1922, after which the dictionary was completed by H. W. Fowler, Jessie Coulson, and C. T. Onions. The First Edition was published in 1933, in two volumes. The Second Edition, published in 1936, contained about 3,000 revisions and additions. The Third Edition (1944) contained an appendix of addenda and corrigenda, and this edition was reprinted several times with corrections and additions, the most significant being in 1973, with enlarged addenda ... more
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9780199206889
Shorter Oxford English Dictionary: Deluxe Edition with CD-ROM (Sixth Ed., 2007) order quantity
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NZ$ 450.00 each
Mixed-media pack
Author: Oxford University Press editors
Published by: Oxford University Press
From the beginning, the Shorter Oxford English Dictionary was intended to be an abridgement of the full Oxford English Dictionary. The first editor, William Little, was appointed in 1902. He worked on it until his death in 1922, after which the dictionary was completed by H. W. Fowler, Jessie Coulson, and C. T. Onions. The First Edition was published in 1933, in two volumes. The Second Edition, published in 1936, contained about 3,000 revisions and additions. The Third Edition (1944) contained an appendix of addenda and corrigenda, and this edition was reprinted several times with corrections and additions, the most significant being in 1973, with enlarged addenda (now running to over 70 pages) and a major revision of all the etymologies. The New Shorter was prepared under the editorship of Lesley Brown 1980-1993. It was the first complete revision of the dictionary, being in fact not so much an overhaul of the existing text as a ... more
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9780198610571
Oxford Dictionary of English (Revised Edition) order quantity
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NZ$ 150.00 each
Hardback
Author: Edited by Catherine Soanes, Angus Stevenson
Published by: Oxford University Press
The Oxford Dictionary of English is at the forefront of language research, focusing on English as it is used today, informed by the most up-to-date evidence from the largest language research programme in the world, including the 800-million-word Oxford English Corpus. This revised edition includes hundreds of brand-new words and senses, as well as up-to-date encyclopedic information, and extensive appendices covering topics such as countries, heads of state, and chemical elements.
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9780746062944
Usborne Very First Dictionary order quantity
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NZ$ 19.99 each
Hardback
Author: Caroline Young
Published by: Usborne Publishing Ltd
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9780007224364
Collins Gem Dictionary and Thesaurus order quantity
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NZ$ 14.99 each
Paperback
Author: Collins
Published by: HarperCollins Publishers
Now in colour, this fourth edition of the Collins Gem Dictionary and Thesaurus is an indispensable guide to the English language. Part of the Collins Gem range - the world's best-selling little dictionaries - it provides dictionary definitions and thesaurus synonyms on the same page for incomparable quick and easy reference. As part of the Collins In Your Bag range, this new, colour Dictionary and Thesaurus provides the most up-to-date words, clear definitions and accessible same-page dictionary and thesaurus texts - all in the handy and portable Gem format. In addition to the wide range of definitions and synonyms, the Gem Dictionary and Thesaurus has a handy and practical Language in Action supplement - an invaluable resource for English language users.
Have confidence.
Find all the latest words you need.
Get it right.
The matching dictionary and thesaurus entries are on the same page, with ... more
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9780007203536
Collins First School Dictionary order quantity
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NZ$ 20.99 each
Paperback
Author: Jock Graham
Published by: HarperCollins
Especially designed for children aged 5 and over, Collins First School Dictionary has a clear design, bright illustrations, colour headwords, simple definitions and example sentences, and an A-Z on every page. The new Collins Word Wizard section gives a helping hand with writing, web links, and sets the Word Wizard challenge. Collins First School Dictionary has been especially designed to support the language and literacy needs of children aged 5+. It introduces early learners to essential dictionary features such as headwords, definitions and other forms of the word (for example, plural forms). It includes example sentences which highlight the headword to show how it can be used. Simple full sentence defintions and example sentences show the headword in a context familiar to the child. The A--Z on each page helps with alphabet skills and ensures that the dictionary is easy-to-use. Guidewords are also given on every page. Bright, ... more
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9780007203697
Collins Junior Dictionary order quantity
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Paperback
Author: Evelyn Goldsmith
Published by: HarperCollins
For children aged 7 and over, this clear, easy-to-use dictionary contains full sentence definitions, child-friendly example sentences and parts of speech (noun, adjective etc) as well as colour headwords, an A--Z index on every page and homework help with the Collins Word Wizard. Part of the Children's Dictionary range from Collins, Collins Junior Dictionary has been especially written to support the language and literacy needs of children aged 7-8. It introduces key dictionary features such as showing parts of speech (noun, verb, adjective or adverb) and other forms of a word (for example plurals or past tense of a verb). The clear, spacious layout, colour headwords, guidewords and the A-Z on each page ensure that the dictionary is easy to use. Full sentence definitions and example sentences show the headword used in a context familiar to children. The Collins Word Wizard section gives extra help with grammar, writing and using the ... more
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9780007203871
Collins Primary Dictionary order quantity
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NZ$ 21.00 each
Paperback
Author: Ginny Lapage
Published by: HarperCollins Publishers
Especially designed for children aged 8-10, Collins Primary Dictionary combines the features you need with a user-friendly design, making it easy to find words quickly. This clear unillustrated dictionary includes synonyms, word histories and pronunciation guidance, plus weblinks, games, grammar and writing help with Collins Word Wizard.
Collins Primary Dictionary has been especially designed to support the language and literacy needs of children aged 8-10. Written in a clear, straightforward style, it places words within a context familiar to the student. Headwords are highlighted in colour so they are easy to find. Parts of speech (for example, whether a word is a noun or verb) and other forms of a word (for example plural forms as well as adjectival forms) are clearly shown. Pronunciation help is given for difficult or easily confusable words, as are synonyms (similar words) and antonyms (opposite words) to widen ... more
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9780007203895
Collins Concise School Dictionary order quantity
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NZ$ 25.99 each
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Author: John McIlwain
Published by: HarperCollins Publishers
Especially designed for children aged 10 and over, this clear, comprehensive dictionary contains all the features essential for upper primary use and much more besides, from homework support via Collins Word Wizard, to brainteaser quizzes and internet links. Collins Concise School Dictionary has been especially designed to support the language and literacy needs of children aged 10+. Fully supportive of the National Curriculum, it includes vocabulary for cross-curricular subjects such as ICT, Science and Geography. Collins Word Wizard provides even more support for key skills such as grammar, writing and spelling, as well as tips on using the Internet and fascinating facts about new and unusual words. The Dictionary develops and reinforces essential dictionary features such as extended entries with multiple definitions, parts of speech (verb, noun, etc), derivations and inflexions (plurals, comparative forms, tenses of a verb,etc), ... more
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9780007183739
Collins School Dictionary order quantity
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NZ$ 16.99 each
Paperback
Author: Collins
Published by: HarperCollins Publishers
Give yourself a head start! Now in colour, "Collins School Dictionary" is the perfect companion for all students aged 11-14; Key Stage 3 in England and Wales. It helps build language confidence, and will help users do well at school and beyond. The new colour "Collins School Dictionary" has been developed with teachers to be the perfect tool for school work and homework. Get it right - find all the words and definitions needed, including core vocabulary for key subjects. Get there fast - now in colour, the clear layout makes finding entries exceptionally easy. Have confidence - extra help with looking words up, spelling, grammar, and correct punctuation. Where does it fit in the range? "Collins Student's Dictionary", (for high-achieving 11+, and all students aged 14+) "Collins School Dictionary", "Collins Gem School Dictionary Words" are tools for life. And a Collins dictionary makes them work for you.
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ISBN / ISSN:
9780007224227
Collins Student's Dictionary order quantity
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NZ$ 20.00 each
Paperback
Author: Collins
Published by: HarperCollins Publishers
Now in color, this Student's dictionary is specially written for students aged 14+ for use in class and at home, and based on the requirements of the National Curriculum. The content of this new dictionary is informed by the requirements of the National Curriculum for students aged 14+, at Key Stage 4 and above or at Level 5 and above in their studies. The wide range of vocabulary, including curriculum and technical terms, and the additional features such as etymologies and word histories, usage and grammar, have all been specifically requested by teachers at this level. It includes a "Survival Guide to English" with advice on writing and exam techniques. Get it right - find the specialist vocabulary you need for all curriculum subjects. Get there fast - clear layout makes finding information easy. Have confidence - helpful advice is given on English usage and grammar. Boost your language - survival guide supplement helps you write ... more
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9780195584363
New Zealand Oxford Minidictionary order quantity
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NZ$ 12.99 each
Paperback
Author: Deverson
Published by: OUPAUS
The New Zealand Oxford Minidictionary, the smallest member of the Oxford family of New Zealand dictionaries, is written for those needing a compact guide to the spelling and meaning of words in the English language today.
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ISBN / ISSN:
9780195582383
New Zealand Oxford Schoolmate Dictionary order quantity
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NZ$ 21.00 each
Paperback
Author: eds.
Published by: Oxford University Press
This dictionary never gets left at home – it clips neatly into a student’s ring-binder folder. It is a solid, basic ready-reference for students aged 11 to 16.
• over 20,000 headwords
• word origins are provided if they shed light on the meaning of the headword, or if they are especially interesting
• pronunciation given for words which may cause problems, using a simple respelling system which avoids symbols.
 
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