A Dictionary of the English Language - Book by Samuel Johnson

Name: A Dictionary of the English Language
Author: Samuel Johnson

Samuel Johnson’s A Dictionary of the English Language, published in 1755, was one of the first comprehensive dictionaries of the English language. Johnson’s work was a monumental achievement in lexicography, compiling over 40,000 entries that not only defined words but also included etymologies, usage examples, and detailed explanations. His dictionary helped standardize English spelling and grammar and served as an essential reference for scholars and writers of his time. Johnson’s wit and personality shine through in his often humorous definitions, making the work both a linguistic resource and a cultural artifact that shaped the development of the English language.

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