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Susie Dent On the Wonders of the English Language (Part 1)

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The Collaborative History of Dictionary Making

This chapter explores the historical journey of dictionary creation, emphasizing the role of everyday people in contributing to the Oxford English Dictionary. It highlights unique stories, including a significant case of a convicted murderer, and discusses the shift from print to digital formats in dictionary development.

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