Publisher's Synopsis
Up-to-date and containing over 20,000 abbreviations and acronyms, this dictionary is arranged by category, to ensure that the enquirer after specific information will be led quickly to the required answer. It also allows the interested browser to explore the labyrinth of abbreviations and acronyms from QUANGOs, civil titles, the Church, military ranks, music and fine arts to science and technology, crafts, sports and pastimes. The "Classification and Identification" section covers a mine of information including mathematics, money, vehicle marks, postcodes and aircraft and shipping markings.
