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''Merriam–Webster's Dictionary of English Usage'' is a usage dictionary published by Merriam-Webster, Inc., of Springfield, Massachusetts . It is currently available in a reprint edition (1994) ISBN 0-87779-132-5 or ISBN 978-0-87779-132-4. (The 1989 edition did not include ''Merriam–'' in the title. It was added as part of the rebranding campaign to emphasize the differences between Merriam–Webster's dictionaries and dictionaries of other publishers using the generic trademark ''Webster's''.) The book has been praised by language experts. Stan Carey at the blog ''Sentence First'' concludes that it operates "in such a thorough and unbiased way is what elevates ''MWDEU'' so far above the ordinary. Each entry is presented in a much broader context than is typically the case in books that advise on English usage and style."〔("In praise of a reference book: MWDEU" ''Sentence First'' March 30th, 2009 )〕 It is critically acclaimed by the linguist Geoffrey Pullum, who calls it "the best usage book I know of... utterly wonderful." 〔see (Geoffrey K. Pullum at January 15, 2005 )〕 It is known for its historical scholarship, analysis, use of examples, and descriptive approach. It has more than 2,300 entries, and includes more than 20,000 quotations from prominent writers.〔see (''Usage'' )〕 A concise version is also available. ==See also== * A Dictionary of Modern English Usage * The Cambridge Guide to English Usage * Garner's Modern American Usage * List of English words with disputed usage 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Merriam–Webster's Dictionary of English Usage」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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