Concise Dictionary Development and Usage

The video discusses the history and evolution of the Concise Dictionary, starting with Humphrey Milford's proposal to the Fowler Brothers in 1906. The first edition was published in 1911, aiming to reflect current English rather than historical language. Over the years, the dictionary expanded to include international English, such as Indian English words, and evolved to prioritize usage over history. The modern editions continue this ethos, offering clear and concise definitions.

Who initiated the idea of creating a smaller dictionary in 1906?

• Oxford University

• Humphrey Milford

• The Fowler Brothers

• The OED Committee

What was the primary reason for the creation of the smaller dictionary?

• To focus on historical language

• To provide a basis for future books

• To replace the OED

• To compete with other dictionaries

What was the initial purpose of the smaller dictionary project?

• To create a historical record

• To replace the OED

• To focus on slang terms

• To provide a basis for future books

In what year was the first edition of the concise dictionary published?

• 1906

• 1911

• 1920

• 1931

How was the first edition of the dictionary received by the public?

• It was considered outdated

• It was praised as a great triumph

• It was ignored by most scholars

• It was criticized for being too small

What distinguishes the concise dictionary from a historical dictionary?

• It reflects current language usage

• It is larger than the OED

• It focuses on the history of words

• It includes only slang terms

What does the concise dictionary provide insight into?

• The history of English literature

• The evolution of world languages

• The development of ancient languages

• The changes in the world over time

Which word was introduced in the dictionary reflecting the era of World War I?

• Radio

• Trench coat

• Flapper

• Television

When were Indian English words first introduced into the dictionary?

• 1931

• 1950

• 1906

• 1911

What was one of the first Indian English words included in the dictionary?

• Bungalow

• Chapati

• Curry

• Sari