It is famous for its Scottish heritage, its thorough coverage of obscure words, and its unique personality that comes across in a definition style that is both useful and witty. It is regarded as the dictionary of choice for crossword setters and solvers, and is popular with players of wordgames such as Scrabble(R) and Words With Friends(R). The Chambers Dictionary is now the UK's number 1 selling hardback dictionary. There are over 1,000 new words and meanings, and there is also a brand new two-colour Word Lover's Ramble, showing how English words and definitions have changed over the history of The Chambers Dictionary. Marjorie Chambers (423 words) no match in snippet view article find links to article following year, aged 83. This 13th edition retains the much-loved features of The Chambers Dictionary, including the unique, quirky definitions. The Chambers Dictionary (13th edition), London,: Chambers Harrap, 2014. ![]() Yet it remains lighter and easier to hold, and now has an even more durable jacket so that it will be a beautiful hardback reference for many years to come. 'CHAMBERS IS AN OPEN DOOR TO WORDS AT THEIR WITTIEST, MOST ROOTED, MOST REVEALING, AND MOST POWERFUL' Ali Smithįirst published in 1872, The Chambers Dictionary contains more words, phrases and meanings than any other single-volume English dictionary. 'THE MOST HUMAN OF DICTIONARIES' Philip Pullman 'CHAMBERS IS A MARVEL OF WIT, CLARITY AND PRACTICALITY' Observer This 13th Edition reflects the changes in our language, with special attention. Clear, accurate and occasionally witty definitions, with the latest new words from science, technology and contemporary culture. ' THE CHAMBERS DICTIONARY IS THE MOST USEFUL AND DIVERTING SINGLE-VOLUME WORD-HOARD AVAILABLE' Telegraph Chambers is the single-volume international English dictionary with the widest coverage of all the riches of the English language. ![]() The Chambers Dictionary has more definitions and sells more copies than any other single-volume hardback English dictionary. ***Fully revised and updated February 2016 to include additional 'enriching' words***
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