Blackie’s Compact Dictionary

Our dictionary provides an up-to-date word-list for new language users. It includes everyday English vocabulary that you need in order to communicate effectively. This vocabulary is vast and includes a range of fields like astronomy, geography, chemistry, physics, etc. The words are all explained in clear language, hence maximizing the degree of understanding possible. Each dictionary entry enumerates multiple senses so that multiple uses of the word in various contexts are easily understood. Verb inflections are given for the verbs that change their base forms when inflected for tenses. The plurals of the noun for the irregular forms are given. Adjectives are given along with their degrees of comparison at the beginning of the term. All the derived forms are also specially given at the end of each entry. The format is designed such that it is easy to navigate and use. The appendix of the dictionary consists of a list of abbreviations and a number of popular and common foreign language phrases used in our language. It also consists of a list of animals and plants found around the world. A guide to weights and measures is also included for easy reference. It has been our effort to make the entries as detailed and full of potent information as possible.

2. Introduction

3. Guide to the Dictionary

4. Terms and Labels

5. Trademark

6. Dictionary

8. Appendix