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A clever combination of reverse dictionary and thesaurus, this is the book to use when looking for a descriptive or technical term or when you know the subject or meaning but not the specific word. Includes thousands of descriptions of terms organized into subject categories and sub-categories. This new edition contains dozens of new and many expanded and updated sections.

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"...a useful reference source..." - American "...fills an important niche in any reference collection because of its wide scope..." - Booklist "...a helpful resource..." - School Library Journal"

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      Publication Date: 5/1/2010 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780816079476, 978-0816079476
      ISBN10: 0816079471

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      A clever combination of reverse dictionary and thesaurus, this is the book to use when looking for a descriptive or technical term or when you know the subject or meaning but not the specific word. Includes thousands of descriptions of terms organized into subject categories and sub-categories. This new edition contains dozens of new and many expanded and updated sections.

      Trade Review
      "...a useful reference source..." - American "...fills an important niche in any reference collection because of its wide scope..." - Booklist "...a helpful resource..." - School Library Journal"

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