An American dictionary of the English language : intended to exhibit, I. The origin, affinities and primary signification of English words, as far as they have been ascertained : II. The genuine orthography and pronunciation of words, according to general usage or to just principles of analogy : III. Accurate and discriminating definitions, with numerous authorities and illustrations : to which are prefixed an introductory dissertation on the origin, history and connection of the languages of Western Asia and of Europe and a concise grammar of the English language