The dictionary program contains the full text of Merriam-Webster's Medical Desk Dictionary, Revised Edition. It contains useful tables and more than 750 illustrations. The dictionary software allows fast dictionary lookups, and also provides browse options and advanced search capabilities that allow you to conduct even sophisticated language research with ease. It contains 8 search options, including entry word lookups, defining text searches (e.g., searches for words within the definitions), searches for word function (e.g., part of speech) and usage notes , as well as searches of the text of verbal illustrations or biographical sketches.