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Wilfred Funk

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Wilfred J. Funk was an American lexicographer, author and publisher associated with the dictionary publisher Funk & Wagnalls, which had been co-founded by his father, Isaac K. Funk. He served as president of the company from 1925 to 1940 and later established his own publishing enterprise.

Funk also co-wrote 30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary, a practical guide designed to help general readers expand their English vocabulary.

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Who was Wilfred Funk?

Wilfred J. Funk was an American lexicographer, author, and publisher. He was connected with Funk & Wagnalls, the dictionary company co-founded by his father, Isaac K. Funk.

What was Wilfred Funk's role at Funk & Wagnalls?

He served as president of the company from 1925 to 1940. His work linked the family publishing business with dictionary and reference publishing.

Did Wilfred Funk create his own publishing business?

Yes. After his period as president of Funk & Wagnalls, he established his own publishing enterprise.

Why is Wilfred Funk associated with dictionaries?

His career combined lexicography with publishing, and Funk & Wagnalls was known for dictionary and reference works. That places him in the American reference-publishing world of the twentieth century.

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