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A Greek-English Lexicon

work by Liddell and Scott

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The Greek–English Lexicon is a seminal work co-edited by Henry George Liddell and Robert Scott. First prepared in 1843, it was based on Francis Passow's German-Greek lexicon. Liddell, a scholar at Oxford, dedicated significant time to revising and expanding the lexicon throughout his career.1

This comprehensive dictionary has undergone numerous revisions and abridgments, with significant updates in 1940 and subsequent editions. It remains a foundational resource for the study of the Greek language, providing detailed etymological and usage information. The lexicon's enduring influence highlights the importance of scholarly dedication to linguistic preservation and accessibility.1

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