Dr. Brewer first compiled his list of "words with a tale to tell" in 1898. Learn the literary and mythic origins of many words and phrases.

Hypertext version of the famed Dr. Brewer's 1894 effort to compile terminology, definitions and proper renderings. Browse or search categories.

Choose from these selected dictionaries to find the perfect rhyme those hard to match words. Also find thesauri and standard dictionaries.

Lyricists will appreciate this Web version of the indispensable songwriting tool: the rhyming dictionary. Includes literary references.

Helper for poets and songwriters will find words that share sounds and syllable patterns. Read the introduction before using this reference.

Generates words that rhyme with syllables entered into the form. Links to poetry and songwriting resources.