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Sherman M. Kuhn (1907-1991) was an American medievalist and lexicographer associated with the University of Michigan's Middle English Dictionary. He worked with Hans Kurath on the dictionary project, whose first published installment appeared in 1954 and whose completed volumes were issued over subsequent decades. The dictionary documents Middle English vocabulary through historical citations and was completed in 2001, making it a reference for scholars of medieval English.
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What was Sherman Kuhn’s role in the Middle English Dictionary?
Sherman Kuhn co-edited the Middle English Dictionary with Hans Kurath, alongside later editorial contributors including Robert E. Lewis. The project became a major University of Michigan reference work.
When did the Middle English Dictionary project begin and end?
The dictionary was published in installments from the 1950s through 2001. Its long publication period reflects the scale of documenting Middle English vocabulary and usage across medieval texts.
What kind of language does the Middle English Dictionary cover?
It covers English vocabulary and usage from the Middle English period, including meanings supported by historical quotations. It is useful for reading medieval English literature, legal records, religious writing, and other primary sources.
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