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 are 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
Publisher: S. Converse
Published: 1858
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Subjects: English language -- Dictionaries
Notes: Portrait of Webster by Asher B. Durand after S.F.B. Morse, marked in the plate

1841 Collection