Construction Dictionaries
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Building
Trades Construction Dictionary
4th Edition
This updated dictionary with searchable CD-ROM database is designed
as a comprehensive reference to present terms related to the
building trades in a clear, heavily-illustrated style (1,079
Illustrations). An extensive
Appendix provides common conversion tables, geometric figures, print
symbols, and professional organizations.
This outstanding feature is
unparalleled in other dictionaries for the building trades. |
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Ballentine's Legal Dictionary/Thesaurus
An integration of Ballentine's Law Dictionary-Legal Assistant
Edition and Ballentine's Thesaurus for Legal Research and
Writing it includes correct understanding and use of legal
terms, pronunciation, synonyms, antonyms and parts of speech. Key
words are presented alphabetically for easy access while "see and
compare" cross references direct users to related entries
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BNI Construction Dictionary: Pocket Edition
This handy
reference fits perfectly in your pocket and yet offers
extensive coverage of construction terms. If you're looking
for a good construction dictionary that's portable, this is
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Craftsman's Illustrated Dictionary of Construction Terms
Almost everything
you could possibly want to know about any word or technique in
construction. Hundreds of up-to-date construction terms,
materials, drawings and pictures with detailed, illustrated
articles describing equipment and methods. Terms and
techniques are explained or illustrated in vivid detail. Use
this valuable reference to check spelling, find clear, concise
definitions of construction terms used on plans and
construction documents, or learn about little-known tools,
equipment, tests and methods used in the building industry.
It's all here |
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Craftsman's Construction Installation Encyclopedia
Step-by-step installation instructions for
just about any residential construction, remodeling or repair task
you're likely to face. Written in clear, everyday language, this
practical reference covers most major installations, alphabetically,
from Acoustic Tile to Wood Flooring.
Includes
a CD-ROM with all the
material in the book, search features, and the ability to printout or
e-mail instructions. |
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Delmar's Agriscience Dictionary with Searchable
CD-ROM
Ideal source to keep
abreast of terminology in an ever-changing industry! A unique feature is the searchable
CD-ROM which contains the same terms and definitions as
the print dictionary. Up-to-date, authoritative source of over 15,000 dictionary
terms and definitions. Can be used as a stand-alone reference or as a supplement to
any Delmar Agriscience text. |
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Illustrated Dictionary of Building Design and Construction
With a straightforward A-Z organization, and more photos, drawings,
and diagrams than any other illustrated dictionary, this dictionary
will be a mainstay on the shelves of anyone involved in the building
industry. The wide range of topics makes it the only single volume
reference to cover all aspects of design, construction, and related
business terminology. |
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Illustrated Dictionary for Electrical Workers
This specialized dictionary will help you to
better understand the many technical terms that make up the language
of the electrical trades. Written to serve as a ready reference, the
dictionary has been updated with over 800 new terms and definitions.
Also new to this edition are 190 new illustrations to aide you in
understanding and applying the definitions.
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Means Illustrated Construction Dictionary
(Condensed Edition)
Based on
Means Illustrated Construction Dictionary, this condensed
version features 9,000 construction terms - precise definitions for
every area of construction, from civil engineering to home improvement. If your work overlaps the construction
business from insurance, banking and real estate to building
inspectors, attorneys, owners, and students - you will surely
appreciate this valuable reference source |
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Means Illustrated Construction Dictionary, Unabridged
Long regarded as the industry's finest, the
Means Illustrated Construction Dictionary is now even better.
With the addition of over 1000 new terms and hundreds of new
illustrations, it is the clear choice for the most comprehensive and
current information. The
companion CD-ROM that comes
with this new edition adds many extra features: larger graphics,
expanded definitions, and links to both CSI MasterFormat numbers and
product information. |
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Spanish/English Dictionaries |
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Constructionary: English to
Spanish Dictionary
A unique pocket-sized
dictionary of up-to-date construction words and phrases in
English-Spanish and Spanish-English. Here you'll find over 1000
construction terms and 70 commonly used on-the-job phrases. This
dictionary includes phonetic pronunciation, tool section, commonly
used sentences, and conversion tables.
Published by ICBO -
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DEWALT
Illustrated Spanish/English Construction Dictionary
Illustrated dictionary of the most common construction terms
features Spanish and English definitions listed by trade as well as
alphabetically! By far the easiest-to-use reference available, the DEWALTŪ
Illustrated Spanish/English Construction Dictionary boasts more
than 200 illustrations that augment definitions and phrases relating
to such important topics as employment, concrete and masonry, site
work and demolition, construction safety and tools, carpentry and
structural work, and much more. |
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EMERGENCIA! Emergency Translation Manual
A language
reference for English speaking medical caregivers who need to
communicate effectively with Spanish speakers in emergency
situations. Translations of a wide array of medical emergencies include
phonetic pronunciations of words and phrases and relevant questions
that require only "yes" or "no" answers. Diagrams of the human body labeled in Spanish and pages of
commonly used words and phrases further facilitate communication and
ultimately quicken response time. |
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Learning Construction Spanglish
EXACTLY THE RIGHT TOOL FOR ENGLISH-SPEAKING CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS
- Designed specifically for those who direct Spanish-speaking construction
crews, this on-the-mark guide speeds the process of improving communication
and ensuring understanding, and helps you find exactly the phrase you need
for specific tasks. |
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Means Spanish/English Construction Dictionary
Illustrated dictionary of the most common
construction terms & phrases. This new tool is designed to
facilitate communication among Spanish- and English-speaking
construction communities--improving quality of performance and
job-site safety. It features the most common words and phrases used
in the construction industry with easy-to-follow pronunciations.
Extensive building systems and tools illustrations make this
publication a unique and valuable reference. |
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