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Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (1st 100 Pages)

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Autor: Webster, Noah, 1758-1843 Sprache: Englisch Quelle: Project Gutenberg ID Gutenberg: 247 Aufrufe: 13

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Noah Webster’s Websters Unabridged Dictionary (1st 100 Pages) is an early 19th-century reference work devoted to the English language. It offers detailed definitions, pronunciations, and etymologies for words, letters, and related vocabulary, beginning with the first part of the alphabet at the letter “A.” The introductory material explains the letter’s historical roots in the Phoenician and Greek alphabets and describes the different pronunciations and uses connected to language. It also addresses the grammatical role of “A,” including its function as an indefinite article, and notes its appearance in contexts such as music. Designed for scholars, students, and general readers, it provides foundational insight into English usage and vocabulary.