Resource Overview Alternate Title(s): Oxford English dictionary historical thesaurus Link to Resource Connect to Resource Based on the Oxford English Dictionary, this 2009 print work shows words connected in meaning, with dates of first recorded use, and includes a comprehensive index. The full name of this book is Historical thesaurus of the Oxford English dictionary : with additional material from "A Thesaurus of Old English". Laurier Library has had this two volume work since November 2009.