Abbreviations dictionary
Ralph De Sola
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Abbreviations dictionary
by Ralph De Sola, Ralph De Sola
Published
January 28, 1995
Publisher
CRC-Press
Pages
1376
ISBN-13
9780849389443
ISBN-10
0849389445
Description
This new international seventh edition contains over 250,000 entries (23,000 of them are new to this edition) of abbreviations, acronyms, appellations, contractions, eponyms, geographic equivalents, initials and slang shortcuts. It covers such vastly diverse topics as computer jargon, earthquake data, English grammar and usage, international conversions, medical terminology, wedding anniversaries and postal coding. New addenda to this edition include euphemisms, British and Irish county abbreviations, dysphemistic place names, international vehicle license letters, prisons of the world and their toponyms, and much else. The dictionary is a current and easily accessible resource for locating some of the most elusive and confusing elements in our language. ISBN 0-444-00807-1: $47.50 (For use only in the library).
Subjects
Signs, Symbols and Systematics
MLA handbook for writers of research papers
Lexicon abbreviaturarum
Medical Abbreviations
A dictionary of acronyms & abbreviations
Eurojargon
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Abbreviations dictionary?
This edition of Abbreviations dictionary has approximately 1376 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Abbreviations dictionary?
For most readers, Abbreviations dictionary typically takes between 28h 40m and 19h 7m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 344,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 22h 56m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 46 days • Estimated word count: 344,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Abbreviations dictionary?
The estimated word count for Abbreviations dictionary is approximately 344,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Abbreviations dictionary?
Abbreviations dictionary was written by Ralph De Sola, Ralph De Sola.
When was Abbreviations dictionary published?
The publication date for this specific edition is January 28, 1995. The original work may have been published on a different date.