Adult native English speakers are thought to know anywhere between 20,000 and 35,000 words, but only 3,000 are thought to be sufficient for nearly all of your daily communication. Each of the 365 words in this user-friendly onomasticon (word-hoard, for the Anglo-Saxons), which includes fascinating word-related facts and trivia, has been carefully chosen for its elegance and pertinence in everyday situations. Each entry includes a clear and concise outline of the meaning, origin, and sample usage in context.