An American dictionary of the English language
Subtitle: intended to exhibit, I. The origin, affinities and primary signification of English words as far as they have been ascertained, II. The genuine orthography and pronunciation of words, according to general usage or to just principles of analogy, III. Accurate and discriminating definitions, with numerous authorities and illustrations : to which is prefixed, an introductory dissertation on the origin, history, and connection of the languages of western Asia and of Europe, and a concise grammar of the English language
By: by Noah Webster.
Contributors: Howe, Hezekiah, 1775-1838.; Rogers, Bruce, 1870-1957, former owner.; Pforzheimer Bruce Rogers Collection (Library of Congress)
Publisher: S. Converse
Published: 1828
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Subjects: English language -- Dictionaries.
Genres: Dictionaries.
Notes: Shoemaker 37115