Which pioneering dictionary project, begun in 1857, took 70 years to complete its first edition and introduced the historical method of organizing definitions by evolving meanings rather than simple definitions?

Product development in linguistics has a fascinating history. One particular reference work revolutionized how we document and understand language. This famous dictionary project began with ambitious goals but faced numerous challenges during its development. Test your knowledge about this groundbreaking linguistic product that transformed how we approach lexicography and language documentation.

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The Oxford English Dictionary (OED)
Webster's International Dictionary
Roget's Thesaurus
Johnson's Dictionary of the English Language