Chambers’s Twentieth Century Dictionary was one of the leading single-volume English dictionaries of the early twentieth century, praised for its literary and idiomatic coverage. This first part covers words beginning with A through D, offering definitions, etymologies, and usage notes that reflect the state of the English language in the Edwardian era — a fascinating linguistic snapshot as well as a practical reference work.
Useful for researchers, writers working on historical projects, and anyone curious about how the English language was defined a century ago, this free EPUB download makes Part 1 available on any device.