This book is an accessible introduction to the lexicon - the study of dictionaries. Dictionaries are used in the home and school, and are cited in the legal courts, speeches and parliaments, referred to by crossword addicts and Scrabble players alike.

The lexicon provides a detailed overview of the history, types and content of these basic references. Howard Jackson analyzes a wide range of dictionaries, from native speakers to thematic dictionaries and on CD-ROMs, to reveal ways dictionaries perform their dual function of describing English vocabulary and providing a useful and accessible reference resource.

Beginning of the introduction of terminology used in the science of dictionaries to describe words and vocabulary, and to provide summaries and suggestions for further reading, lexicon: Introduction is suitable for students significantly. It is ideal for anyone who has an interest in developing and using dictionaries..

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