Dictionary of Business Terms

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This single volume -- more than an encyclopedia, more than a dictionary, provides comprehensive information about business language and phraseology, e-mail addresses of popular associations, and tips on usage and grammar of common business words and phrases. Sweeping in scope yet detailed in coverage, this unique resource gives the user insights to communicate in a clear, confident, and effective manner with professionals beyond their own specialty.Arranged alphabetically, categories span more than 500 business areas -- including banking, computers, insurance, investment, marketing, management, law, real estate, and taxes. Within each, users will find authoritative, up-to-date information on business language -- from historical terms and traditional concepts to state-of-the-art technical jargon and buzz words. Throughout, cross-referencing makes it easy to find synonyms, analogues, and related subject matter. Additional tips on usage, grammar, and style are included.Complete lists of trade associations and periodicals, and helpful facts on demographic, financial, and legal issues.