The dictionary contains an alphabetical listing of approximately 30,000 (thirty thousand) acronyms, initialisms, abbreviations and symbols covering approximately 2,000 fields and subfields, as well as abbreviations/acronyms/initialisms relating to European Community and U.S., Japanese and International Programs/ Projects/ Initiatives from year 2000 up to 2010 as well as World Bank Programs.
In the entries of this booklet, the members of each homophonic set are listed in alphabetical order. Each set is entered only once, at its alphabetically first member. There is no cross-reference unless the initial letters of the members differ. For example, the pair "knot, not" is listed under "knot".
Homophones are words of the same language that are pronounced alike even if they differ in spelling, meaning, or origin, such as "pair" and "pear". Homophones may also be spelled alike, as in "bear" (the animal) and "bear" (to carry). But this list consists only of homophones that are not spelled alike.
The Encyclopedia of the Developing World is a comprehensive work on the historical and current status of developing countries. Containing more than 750 entries, the Encyclopedia encompasses primarily the years since 1945 and defines development broadly, addressing not only economics but also civil society and social progress. Entries cover the most important theories and measurements of development; relate historical events, movements, and concepts to development both internationally and regionally where applicable; examine the contributions of the most important persons and organizations; and detail the progress made within geographic regions and by individual countries.
Dictionary of Literary Influences: The Twentieth Century, 1914-2000
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Treating the cultural giants of the 20th century, this volume traces
their reading habits and intellectual development, as well as their
contributions to Western culture. Suggesting the literary influences on
these figures, the book includes 355 entries on people from a broad
range of fields, including scientists, politicians, business figures,
writers, religious leaders, and figures from the performing arts and
popular culture.