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9780385315159

The Dell Crossword Dictionary

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  • ISBN13:

    9780385315159

  • ISBN10:

    0385315155

  • Edition: Revised
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 1995-12-01
  • Publisher: Delta

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Summary

No longer a test of classical knowledge, the modern crossword is a challenging labyrinth of clever clues, timely puns, and computer-age acronyms that baffle even puzzle afficionados. Completely revised and expanded,The Dell Crossword Dictionaryends the search for precisely the right word by providing a ready reference as up-to-date as this morning's puzzle. Including a thoroughly cross-referenced "Word Finder," the most extensive "Name-Finder" in any dictionary, and countless special trivia sections, this comprehensive, easy to use reference tools is a must-have for any puzzle fan.

Author Biography

Wayne Robert Williams is the creator of the prestigious Dell Champion line of puzzle magazines. A familiar and well-respected figure in the puzzle world, he has created and edited a wide variety of puzzles, puzzle books and puzzle magazines. He's been the Chicago Tribune crossword editor since 1997.

Table of Contents

Clues and Definitions Introductionp. 8
Clues and Definitionsp. 9
Name Finder Introductionp. 136
Name Finderp. 137
Kentucky Derby Winnersp. 188
Native American Peoplep. 189
United States Presidentsp. 190
Shakespearep. 192
Biblep. 196
Gods and Goddessesp. 198
Academy Award Winnersp. 199
Colleges and Universitiesp. 200
Sports Teamsp. 206
Constellations and Starsp. 207
Olympic Games Sitesp. 208
United States Informationp. 209
Nations Informationp. 213
Animalsp. 225
Groups of Animalsp. 232
Music Terminologyp. 233
Abbreviations and Acronymsp. 235
Elementsp. 245
Weights and Measuresp. 246
Word Finder Introductionp. 247
3-Letter Word Finderp. 248
4-Letter Word Finderp. 310
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