A dictionary of the english language: in which the words are deduced from their originals. Explaned in their different meanings, and authorised by the names of the writers in whose works they are found / abstracted from the folio edition, by the author, Samuel Johnson, A. M. With the addition of several thousand words omitted by Dr. Johnson, and such as have been introduced by good writers since his time: with their etymologie, definitions and authorities. Chiefly extracted from Mason's supplement. To which are prefixed, a grammar of the english language, and the preface to the folio edition. The whole improved by the Standard of pronunciation, established in the oritical pronouncing dictionary of John Walker, author of elements of elocution, rhyming dictionary, etc. etc. - Johnson, Samuel, 1709-1784