Oxford Dictionary Tenth | Edition

: Full-text searching using wildcards and Boolean operators.

The (COD10), first published in 1999, represented a significant shift in lexicography by moving toward a more contemporary, user-focused approach to the English language. Edited by Judy Pearsall, this edition was notable for being the first "Concise" version to be based on the groundbreaking Oxford English Dictionary and the British National Corpus , ensuring definitions reflected how words were actually used in modern life. Key Features of the Tenth Edition Oxford Dictionary Tenth Edition

: To keep pace with the digital age, a portable CD-ROM version was released. This version offered: : Full-text searching using wildcards and Boolean operators

The Tenth Edition solidified the dictionary's role not just as a "word book," but as a functional tool for professional and academic environments, frequently cited in everything from legal reports to scientific risk assessments. OED Editions Key Features of the Tenth Edition : To

: A single mouse click allowed users to cross-reference any word within the dictionary. Historical Context