Word Parts Dictionary

<p> This book now in its third edition is still the most uniquely comprehensive resource for finding word parts needed to express a concept. Along with aiding vocabulary expansion this dictionary provides guidance to those who may be interested in inventing or deciphering words bearing an established and embedded meaning.</p><p> This work is split into three parts. Part I the dictionary proper provides an alphabetical listing of over 5100 word parts. Each entry includes a brief definition examples of use and etymology.</p><p> Part II the Finder is a reverse dictionary that allows users to start with a meaning or concept to then find word parts that express the meaning. The only reverse dictionary of its kindthis section is updated with over 4600 search terms in total.</p><p> The expanded Part III organizes word parts under 20 convenient categories--like The Body Fear or Dislike of Experts and Shapes.</p>