A Dictionary of the English Language, Vol. 2 of 2: In Which the Words Are Deduced From Their Originals, Explained in Their Different Meanings (Classic Reprint)

Discover a window into early English usage and word history. This reference book reveals how words were defined, explained, and traced back to their origins.This edition presents Johnson’s meticulous approach to the language, showing how entries were built from roots, forms, and historical examples. You’ll glimpse the practical, everyday feel of the 18th‑century dictionary, where spelling, pronunciation hints, and varied senses are laid out side by side.Clear word-by-word definitions and explanations of meanings.Notes on etymology and related forms that illuminate how words evolved.Quoted usage examples that illustrate how terms were used in context.Cross-references and variations that help map the lexicon of its time.Ideal for readers of historical language, philology, and classic reference works seeking a tangible look at how English vocabularies were built.... Read more