Introduction - Franklin MWS-1840 User Manual

Welcome to the world of Franklin. This Franklin model is a powerful, electronic
reference with a built-in book, plus one slot in the back for a book card. With
Merriam-Webster's Speaking Dictionary and Thesaurus , you can:
• find over 120,000 words, with comprehensive definitions, most of which
contain parts of speech and usage examples;
• see a word's synonyms, antonyms, and other related words using the built-in
thesaurus;
• let state-of-the-art spell correction help you find the word you're looking for;
• hear the pronunciations of headwords and definitions;
• use the Grammar Guide , a comprehensive outline of English grammar that
includes fun quizzes and lessons;
• learn a new word every time you turn the unit on;
• use the MatchMaker function to find words of whose spelling you're unsure, or
to help solve crossword puzzles;
• browse the SAT* Word List, which contains words most commonly found on
the Scholastic Assessment Tests;
• improve your spelling and vocabulary using the Learning Exercises;
• create your own list of study words in My Word List ;
• play ten fun and educational games, including Hangman, Anagrams, Jumble,
Word Builder, Word Train, Letter Poker and Link Four.
Your Franklin model also comes with a calculator and a metric and currency
converter. To learn more, read this User's Guide.
* SAT is a registered trademark of the College Entrance Examination Board,
which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

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