Merriam-Websters Collegiate Dictionary & Thesaurus

This dictionary and thesaurus combination delivers accurate, up-to-date information while word processing, composing e-mail, designing spreadsheets, browsing CDs or surfing the Web. You can even bring it with you everywhere with the new iPod(R) integration! The 11th edition ofMerriam-Websters Dictionary & Thesaurus contains thousands of new words and meanings from all areas of human endeavor including electronic technology, the sciences and popular culture. Whether studying, writing an essay, or polishing up your vocabulary skills, this tool will give you fast and easy access to the words you need to know today. Includes the following features: Dictionary includes 225000 definitions. Thesaurus includes 340000 synonyms and antonyms. Easy installation onto your hard drive. Audio pronunciations including variant pronunciations by real voices. Online ability to link you to a vast array of Web-based resources. 21 search options to help you find the word you are looking for every time. Includes the necessary iPod Software. Easy-to-use menu navigation and alphabetical word or word group searches.