The New Century Dictionary of the English Language, edited by H.G. Emery and K.G. Brewster, is an extensive reference work first published in 1927. This two-volume dictionary is an abridged and updated version of the original Century Dictionary, featuring significant revisions and new material to reflect the evolving English language.  The dictionary comprises over 5,000 pages of definitions, phrases, and word origins, enhanced by 12,000 quotations and 4,000 pictorial illustrations. It includes comprehensive supplements covering synonyms and antonyms, foreign words and phrases, biographical names, geographical names, and essential measures such as weights and the metric system.  Renowned for its meticulous scholarship and detailed entries, The New Century Dictionary has been a valuable resource for scholars, writers, and language enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive snapshot of the English language during the early 20th century.