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A critical pronouncing dictionary and expositor of the English language. [electronic resource] : In which Not only the Meaning of every Word is clearly explained, and the Sound of every Syllable distinctly shown, but where Words are subject to different Pronunciations, the Authorities of our best Pronouncing Dictionaries are fully exhibited, the Reasons for each are at large displayed, and the preserable Pronunciation is pointed out. To which are prefixed, principles of English pronunciation; in which The Sounds of Letters, Syllables, and Words, are critically investigated, and systematically arranged; the Influence of the Greek and Latin Accent and Quantity on the Account and Quantity of the English, is thoroughly examined and clearly defined; and the Analogies of the Language are so fully shown as to lay the Foundation of a consistent and rational Pronunciation. Likewise rules to be observed by the natives of Scotland, Ireland, and London, for avoiding their respective Peculiarities; and directions to foreigners for acquiring a Knowledge of the Use of this Dictionary. the whole interspersfd with observations, etymological, critical, and grammatical. By John Walker, Author of elements of elocution, rhyming dictionary, melody of speaking delineated, &c. &c.

by Walker, John, 1732-1807.

Edition: The second edition; with considerable improvements and large additions.Material type: TextBook; Language:English; Format: print available online remote Publisher: 1797Online access: Full text online Availability: No items available

Lingua sacra [electronic resource] : in three parts. Part I. Contains a complete Hebrew grammar, with points, clearly explained in English, and digested in so easy a Manner, that any Person capable of understanding the English Grammar may, without the Assistance of a Master, arrive at a competent Knowledge of the Hebrew Language; the hebrew grammar being more conformable to the English, than the Latin or Greek. The whole enriched with Notes; in which are shewn the Grammatical Errors and Inaccuracies of the most distinguished Grammarians, and other Writers in the Hebrew Language. Part II. A complete Hebrew-English dictionary; containing all the Words in the whole Four-And-Twenty Books of the Old Testament (being pure Hebrew); the Chaldce Words in Daniel and Ezra; the Targums of Onkelas, Jonathan, and Jerusalem; and such Words in the Talmud, and Writings of the most eminent Rabbins, as serve to illustrate Scripture; or treat of Philosophy, Arts, or Science; whether derived from the Chaldee, Persic, Arabic, or Greek. The Hebrew and Chaldee to be arranged under their genuine Roots, and the specific Signification of the Derivatives from thence illustrated. The Talmudical and Rabbinical to be arranged alphabetically, according to the three first Letters of the Word, except such as are derived from some Hebrew Word, which will be placed under the proper Hebrew Root. The whole most copiously explained, and exemplified by Passages cited at Length from Scripture, and the most correct Rabbinical Writers; by which, the more difficult Words and Passages in the Sacred Writings will be explained, according to their true Meaning, and the lively Oracles of god rescued from the Errors of real or disguised Friends, and the Attacks of open and professed Enemies, whether Deists or Atheists. Part III. To contain all words, both appellative and proper, Terms of Art, and Phrases used in the English tongue, arranged in alphabetical Order, and explained in Hebrew. By David Levi, author of The ceremonies of the jews, &c. Vol. I.

by Levi, David, 1740-1799.

Material type: TextBook; Language:English; Format: print available online remote Publisher: M,DCC,LXXXV. [1785]Online access: Full text online Availability: No items available

A specimen of a dictionary English and Latin, compil'd by the late Mr. S. Morland F.R.S. As propos'd to be publish'd by his son S. Morland F.R.S [electronic resource].

by Morland, Samuel, 1662 or 3-1716 | Morland, Samuel, F.R.S.

Material type: TextBook; Language:English; Format: print available online remote Publisher: MDCCXXIII. [1723]Online access: Full text online Availability: No items available

A dictionary of the English language. [electronic resource] : With an alphabetical account of the heathen deities; and a list of the cities, towns, Boroughs, and remarkable Villages, in England and Wales. To which is prefixed a comprehensive view of English Grammar.

by J [aut].

Edition: The fourth edition, with additions and improvements.Material type: TextBook; Language:English; Format: print available online remote Publisher: M,DCC,XCIV. [1794]Online access: Full text online Availability: No items available

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