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Charles Short was a 19th-century American lexicographer renowned for his meticulous work compiling the *A New Latin Dictionary*. This comprehensive resource, largely based on classical Latin texts, became foundational for scholars studying Roman literature and language. Primarily used by university students and researchers specializing in classical studies, Short’s dictionary remains a significant reference point for understanding Latin vocabulary and usage.
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Did Charles Short write the Lewis and Short Latin dictionary by himself?
No, the work commonly called Lewis and Short was edited by Charlton T. Lewis and Charles Short. Published in 1879 as A Latin Dictionary, it drew heavily on an earlier Latin-German dictionary by Wilhelm Freund.
Why is Lewis and Short still used by Latin students?
It provides extensive definitions, citations and distinctions drawn from classical Latin literature. Although newer specialist dictionaries exist, its broad coverage and freely available digital versions keep it widely used.
Is Lewis and Short the same book as the Oxford Latin Dictionary?
No, they are separate reference works produced in different periods. The Oxford Latin Dictionary was compiled independently and focuses principally on Latin through the early second century AD.
What did Charles Short do besides lexicography?
Short was an American classical scholar and professor rather than a full-time commercial dictionary maker. He taught Latin at Columbia College, now Columbia University, during the 19th century.
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