Oxford Russian dictionary

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Russian-English, edited by Marcus Wheeler and Boris Unbegaun ; English-Russian, edited by Paul Falla ; revised and updated by Della Thompson.
Edition
4th ed.
Imprint
Oxford ; New York, N.Y. : Oxford University Press, 2007.
Physical description
xxi, 1322 p. ; 27 cm.

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Publisher's summary
This fourth edition of the Oxford Russian Dictionary is guaranteed to continue to be a leader in its field. This dictionary is an invaluable text for any serious student of Russian, or any Russian native speaker learning English. This fully updated and revised edition includes new supplementary material with a correspondence section, grammar help, and special treatment of commonly used but tricky words. The text has also been updated with thousands of new English and Russian words, especially important given changes in language and culture over the last few years. The dictionary is more accessible than ever for those struggling to master Russian--words are now shown in context to help users select the most appropriate translation. In addition, American English coverage has been greatly expanded. It remains the reference for Russian and English-speakers alike. 500,000 words, phrases, and translations Includes hundreds of new words, in both Russian and English NEW Correspondence section and cultural notes NEW special boxes give help on commonly used tricky words. Along with detailed pointers on grammar, this gives the user unparalleled aid when working in Russian and English. Detailed coverage of the latest vocabulary, including business, specialist, and computing terminology Extensive treatment of Russian declensions and conjugations.
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Publisher's summary
The fourth edition of the Oxford Russian Dictionary is an invaluable text for any serious student of Russian, or any Russian native speaker learning English. This edition also contains many enhancements, including new supplementary material with a correspondence section, grammar help, and extra sections on the pronunciation of Russian and English. The text has also been updated with hundreds of new words - in both the English and Russian sides of the dictionary - especially important given changes in language and culture over the last few years. These new words mean that the Oxford Russian Dictionary continues to be the leader in its field as the most comprehensive, up-to-date Russian dictionary available. The dictionary is also more accessible for Russian speakers, with the addition of contextualizations on the Russian-English side to help users select the most appropriate translation. There is an extensive guide to English grammar, written in Russian, and the Russian native speaker who wishes to use or understand American English is well catered for.
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Publication date
2007
Note
"3rd ed. 2000"--T.p. verso.
ISBN
9780198614203 (oup main edition)
0198614209 (oup main edition)
9780199233816 (special edition)
9780199233830 (special edition)
9780199233847 (special edition)
0199233810 (special edition)
0199233837 (special edition)
0199233845 (special edition)

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