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9781333894917: International-English Dictionary (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A practical guide to building a truly international English dictionary, designed for easy use across languages and borders.

From its opening pages, this work presents a clear aim: to offer a dictionary that is easy to telegraph, write, and print in any country. It discusses how to adopt an international alphabet, balancing familiar letters with new symbols to improve clarity without sacrificing practicality. The book explains the reasoning behind phonetic spelling and the goal of broad accessibility for readers around the world.


Readers will find a detailed approach to vocabulary, including how roots and affixes form new words, and how pronunciation considerations shape a global language tool. An appendix provides geographical names in standardized form, making it a handy reference for international communication and study.



  • Explanations of an international phonetic approach and its practical benefits

  • Guidance on creating and using a universal vocabulary with clear word formation

  • Examples and discussion of alphabet decisions, including how to treat difficult sounds

  • An appendix of standardized geographical names for quick reference


Ideal for readers seeking a durable, cross-border reference for English usage and language planning.

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