The Dell Crossword Dictionary: Completely Revised and Expanded

by Wayne Robert Williams

Overview

No longer a test of classical knowledge, the modern crossword is a challenging labyrinth of clever clues, timely puns, and computer-age acronyms that baffle even veteran wordsmiths. Completely revised and expanded, The Dell Crossword Dictionary includes an extensive crossword definitions section, a thoroughly cross-referenced "Word-Finder" section, the most extensive "Name-Finder" in any dictionary, and every trivia fact a puzzle fan could ever want to know.
Comprehensive and easy to use, The Dell Crossword Dictionary is a must-have for any crossword lover.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780440218715
Publisher:	Random House Publishing Group
Publication date:	10/01/1994
Series:	21st Century Reference
Edition description:	REV
Pages:	448
Product dimensions:	4.20(w) x 6.70(h) x 1.02(d)

About the Author

Wayne Robert Williams is the creator of the prestigious Dell Champion line of puzzle magazines. A familiar and well-respected figure in the puzzle world, he has created and edited a wide variety of puzzles, puzzle books and puzzle magazines. He's been the Chicago Tribune crossword editor since 1997.

Table of Contents

	Clues and Definitions Introduction	8
	Clues and Definitions	9
	Name Finder Introduction	136
	Name Finder	137
	Kentucky Derby Winners	188
	Native American People	189
	United States Presidents	190
	Shakespeare	192
	Bible	196
	Gods & Goddesses	198
	Academy Award Winners	199
	Colleges & Universities	200
	Sports Teams	206
	Constellations & Stars	207
	Olympic Games Sites	208
	United States Information	209
	Nations Information	213
	Animals	225
	Groups of Animals	232
	Music Terminology	233
	Abbreviations & Acronyms	235
	Elements	245
	Weights & Measures	246
	Word Finder Introduction	247
	3-Letter Word Finder	248
	4-Letter Word Finder	310