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Dictionaries and Vocabulary
Objectives
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Dictionaries are valuable resources for the careful writer. In this chapter, you are introduced to abridged and unabridged dictionaries, as well as specialized dictionaries serving the needs of specific professions and interests. Exercises allow you to learn about the features of the various dictionaries. You will also learn here about techniques for building your own vocabulary. Instruction in roots, prefixes, and suffixes will help you to gain a greater sense of control over new or strange words. The chapter ends with specific suggestions for vocabulary building.
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