New Oxford Rhyming Dictionary

New Oxford Rhyming DictionaryIntroducing the New Oxford Rhyming Dictionary, the ultimate resource for poets, songwriters, and creative writers alike. This comprehensive rhyming dictionary features rhymes for over 45,000 words, including essential proper names, place names, and foreign terms commonly used in the English language. Its clear organization makes it effortless to navigate, ensuring you can quickly find the rhymes you need for any project, whether you're crafting

Introducing the New Oxford Rhyming Dictionary, the ultimate resource for poets, songwriters, and creative writers alike. This comprehensive rhyming dictionary features rhymes for over 45,000 words, including essential proper names, place names, and foreign terms commonly used in the English language. Its clear organization makes it effortless to navigate, ensuring you can quickly find the rhymes you need for any project, whether you're crafting heartfelt poems, catchy birthday cards, or compelling advertising slogans.

With a user-friendly layout, words are grouped by sound, and an extensive A-Z index helps you swiftly locate specific entries. In addition, in-text notes provide valuable tips on utilizing rhymes effectively, expanding your poetic creativity, and showcasing examples from esteemed poets throughout history. The insightful introduction by the renowned Professor John Lennard offers a deep dive into the literary and historical aspects of rhyming, alongside practical advice for aspiring writers.

This latest edition is fully updated, incorporating over 200 new additions to the Oxford Dictionary of English, such as 'iPod,' 'Americano,' and 'vuvuzela.' Whether you are a seasoned writer or just starting your writing journey, the New Oxford Rhyming Dictionary is an essential addition to your literary toolkit.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780199674220
Year: 2013
Publisher: Oxford University Press UK
Pages: 448

NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780199674220
Year: 2013
Publisher: Oxford University Press UK
Pages: 448


Description:
From writing poems to writing birthday cards, and from composing advertising slogans to music lyrics, the New Oxford Rhyming Dictionary has what every writer (or budding writer) needs. It contains rhymes for over 45,000 words, including proper names, place names, and foreign terms used in English. The clear organization and layout make it easy to find the rhymes you are looking for. Words are grouped usefully by sound and there is also a complete
A-Z index to help you quickly navigate to the relevant section. In-text notes offer tips on using rhymes effectively, make suggestions for expanding the rhyming lists included in the book, and give examples of
how poets past and present have used rhyme. The fascinating introduction by Professor John Lennard offers a brief outline of rhyming in its literary and historical contexts, and gives further advice on creative writing. This new edition is fully up to date and includes over 200 words added to the Oxford Dictionary of English since the publication of the last edition, including iPod, Americano, and vuvuzela. The New
Oxford Rhyming Dictionary is a must-have tool for poets, lyricists, and writers of all kinds, as well as a delight for everyone who likes to play with words.