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William A. Craigie

Description: William A. Craigie (1867-1957) was a renowned Scottish philologist and lexicographer, best known for his work on the Oxford English Dictionary. He greatly contributed to the development and expansion of the OED, and his expertise in etymology and historical linguistics made him a prominent figure in the field.

Part of Speech: Proper noun

Sense 1: Referring to the person, William A. Craigie.

Example Sentence: William A. Craigie's meticulous research and insightful contributions to the Oxford English Dictionary have greatly enriched our understanding of the English language.

Sense 2: Referring to works or publications by William A. Craigie.

Example Sentence: If you want to delve deeper into Old English, I highly recommend reading A Dictionary of the Older Scottish Tongue by William A. Craigie.