Dictionaries Books
HarperCollins Publishers Bradfords Crossword Solvers Dictionary
Book SynopsisThe bestselling companion for all crossword solvers and compilers Compiled over 60 years by a single author based on her experience of solving crosswords each day, this companion is regarded by top compilers as the authority for solvers and setters alike. Anne Bradford's work is now continued by her daughter Gillian.
£15.29
Penguin Books Ltd The Penguin Rhyming Dictionary
Book SynopsisRosalind Fergusson has worked extensively as an editor, lexicographer and writer for over twenty years. Her previous publications include THE PENGUIN DICTIONARY OF PROVERBS, THE PENGUIN DICTIONARY OF SYNONYMS AND ANTONYMS and CHOOSE YOUR BABY'S NAME. She is currently working on THE PENGUIN DICTIONARY OF ABBREVIATIONS. She is married and lives in Newington, nr Sittingbourne, Kent.
£12.34
Penguin Books Ltd The Penguin Dictionary of English Idioms
Book SynopsisTo ''put the cart before the horse'', have ''the cheek of the devil'' or be ''a pillar of society'' - these are just some of the thousands of idioms that have become an integral part of the English language. The Penguin Dictionary of English Idioms looks at a vast range of examples, providing concise definitions and explaining how they should be used. This practical guide is arranged by theme, making it possible to compare all the idioms in that subject area and find the right one for the occasion, whether in writing or speech.The numerical mistakes mentioned by the author have been corrected, making this, as mentioned, one of the great reference classics.
£10.44
Oxford University Press Oxford Dictionary and Thesaurus
Book SynopsisThis is the top of the range Dictionary and Thesaurus, the ideal all-in-one reference tool. It has a fresh design, based on market research into user needs, with a combined dictionary and thesaurus text that is simple and effective to use, and has a new centre section for enthusiastic crossword and puzzle solvers.
£26.25
Oxford University Press Compact Oxford Dictionary Thesaurus
Book SynopsisThis brand-new edition of the Compact Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus is a great reference tool, combining a dictionary and thesaurus integrated into one volume, making it ideal for all your language needs.
£15.29
Oxford University Press Colour Oxford Dictionary Thesaurus
Book SynopsisThis is the reissued Colour Oxford Dictionary and Thesaurus. The Colour Oxford Dictionary and Thesaurus offers the most accurate and up-to-date coverage of essential, everyday vocabulary, with over 45,000 words, phrases, and definitions, and over 65,000 synonyms based on evidence from the Oxford English Corpus, a unique databank comprising hundreds of millions of words of English. Definitions are easy to understand, given in a clear, simple style, and avoiding technical language. The thesaurus entry for a word sits directly alongside the dictionary entry so that you do not have to hunt around the page to find the word you are looking for. The centre section gives guidance on ''Effective English'' which covers writing English and how to get the best out of your dictionary and thesaurus.
£8.54
John Murray Press Essential Urdu Dictionary
Book SynopsisWhether you're a school or university student or studying for work or pleasure this is the ultimate Urdu reference dictionary.This dictionary is aimed at speakers of English who want to learn Urdu.- Two-way dictionary: Urdu-English, English- Urdu including transliteration throughout.- 4000 headwords.- Contains handy sections teaching Urdu script and grammar.- Insights from the author give extra help and guidance on usage.- Covers everyday idioms and expressions.- Includes new terms related to media and internet Urdu.Written by a university professor with years of teaching experience this dictionary will help support your studies.
£15.29
Oxford University Press Oxford Mini Dictionary and Thesaurus
Book SynopsisThis is the reissued Oxford Mini Dictionary and Thesaurus. - now in an attractive new format.This small dictionary and thesaurus offers the most accurate and up-to-date coverage of essential, everyday vocabulary with over 40,000 words, phrases, and definitions and 65,000 synonyms and antonyms based on evidence from the Oxford English Corpus, a unique databank comprising hundreds of millions of words of English. Definitions are easy to understand, given in a clear, simple style, and avoiding technical language. Thesaurus entries are integrated into the dictionary entries, so you can find synonyms and antonyms easily. The centre section provides extra help with spelling, grammar, and vocabulary.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION; GUIDE TO THE DICTIONARY AND THESAURUS; ABBREVIATIONS; A-Z DICTIONARY AND THESAURUS; QUICK-REFERENCE GRAMMAR GUIDE; COMMONLY CONFUSED PAIRS OF WORDS; FREQUENTLY MISSPELLED WORDS; BRITISH AND NORTH AMERICAN EQUIVALENTS; COLLECTIVE NAMES FOR ANIMALS; ANIMALS' HOMES; MALE AND FEMALE ANIMALS; YOUNG ANIMALS
£6.83
HarperCollins Publishers SCRABBLE Secrets
Book SynopsisScrabble, forage and fight for a copy. This is a wonderful, wonderful companion for all who get a kick from the manipulation of letters or words.Stephen FryDiscover the winning secrets of Britain's first Scrabble World Champion Mark Nyman. Now updated with the latest words from Collins Official Scrabble Words.This book includes:tips and tricks that are perfect for Scrabble enthusiasts at any level with fun and easy ways to memorise wordsfind out how to handle a rack full of vowels or consonantscontains a full list of playable 2 and 3 letter wordswith a foreword from Austin Shin, two-time North American Scrabble Champion and UK National Champion the only player to win both2024 Mattel. SCRABBLE and SCRABBLE tiles, including S1 tiles, are trademarks of Mattel
£7.59
Oxford University Press Oxford Picture Dictionary EnglishVietnamese
Book SynopsisThe Oxford Picture English/Vietnamese Dictionary provides a fully integrated vocabulary development program, progressing from essential words to the more complex, delivered in short, thematic units. This edition still features the rich and vibrant illustrations that the Oxford Picture Dictionary is known and loved for. These illustrations present vocabulary in meaningful, real-life contexts to ensure success outside of class. So, what''s new in the Third Edition? 11 new and expanded topics. What words do students need to navigate a doctor''s appointment? Or on their first day at a new job? New and expanded topics - Illnesses and Medical Conditions, Health Insurance, Cyber Safety, Job Search, Career Planning, Soft Skills, First Day on the Job, Inside a Company, Information Technology, Digital Literacy, Internet Research - focus on the important life skills students needtoday.Updated activitiesand an increased focus on 21st century skills help students prepare for work, academic study, and citizenship.A focus on Oxford 3000 vocabulary ensures students learn the most useful and important words.
£30.97
Le Robert Petit Dico Indispensable
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£10.07
Oxford University Press Oxford English Mini Dictionary
Book SynopsisAn easy-to-use dictionary containing 90,000 up-to-date words, phrases, and definitions.
£6.53
Oxford University Press Oxford Dictionary of English
Book SynopsisThe foremost single volume authority on the English language, the Oxford Dictionary of English is at the forefront of language research, focusing on English as it is used today. It is informed by the most up-to-date evidence from the largest language research programme in the world, including the two-billion-word Oxford English Corpus. This new edition includes thousands of brand-new words and senses, as well as up-to-date encyclopedic information, and extensive appendices covering topics such as countries, heads of state, and chemical elements.New features include Word Trends which showcase language research based on the Oxford English Corpus and illuminate the extraordinary stories behind fast-changing words of everyday English.Trade ReviewThe Oxford Dictionary of English is more than a dictionary. Every school should own one. * El Gazette *
£31.99
Penguin Books Ltd The Penguin Dictionary of English Synonyms
Book SynopsisThe Penguin Dictionary of English Synonyms and Antonyms is the ideal work of reference for both home and office. Anyone who has found themselves stumped for the best and most appropriate word or who wants to avoid repetition - whether student or writer, politician or advertiser, after-dinner speaker or crossword fanatic - will find this easy-to-use dictionary invaluable on every occasion.
£10.44
Oxford University Press The Oxford Dictionary of English Grammar
Book SynopsisThis book is an accessible and authoritative A-Z that provides up-to-date definitions of over 1,600 current grammatical terms, with hundreds of useful example sentences and helpful quotations from the scholarly literature. An invaluable guide to all those interested in the English language.Trade ReviewAn in-depth explanation of grammatical terms for writers, those who teach writing and grammar, or who love words and their combinations. This is a world of information in an inexpensive package. * Library Journal *In this second edition, Bas Aarts, as a leading academic grammarian, has added his authority to an already highly-respected vade mecum to English grammar. The comprehensive up-to-date coverage of the book brings a balanced in-depth treatment of the variant grammatical terminologies that can be so confusing. This makes it an indispensable reference guide for students, teachers, academics and anyone challenged or fascinated by the world of English grammar. * Professor Geoffrey Leech, Lancaster University *Review from previous edition grammar as the total system of the language ... well defined and well illustrated with quotations from grammarians ancient and modern." * Times Literary Supplement *This is an excellent, scholarly work, yet outstandingly practical and genuinely accessible by any reader seeking better to understand existing grammar texts. * Reference Reviews *
£13.29
Gill A Dictionary of Hiberno English
Book SynopsisThe Dictionary of Hiberno-English is the leading reference book on Hiberno-English the form of English commonly spoken in Ireland. It connects the spoken and the written language, and is a unique national dictionary that bears witness to Irish history, struggles and the creative identities found in Ireland.Reflecting the social, political, religious and financial changes of people's ever-evolving lives, it contains words and expressions not usually seen in a dictionary, such as kibosh', smithereens', Peggy's Leg', hames', yoke', blaa', banjax' and lubán'. It is a celebration of an irrepressible gift for the creative, expressive and reckless manipulation of the English language!Fascinating' Ray D'Arcy
£18.69
Tuttle Publishing Japanese Kanji Fast Finder
£6.65
Oxford University Press Pocket Oxford Dictionary and Thesaurus
Book SynopsisWith dictionary and thesaurus entries combined for ease of use, and a fresh, clear design, the Pocket Oxford Dictionary and Thesaurus provides quick solutions to everyday language queries.
£9.99
Oxford University Press Oxford Dictionary of Modern Slang
Book SynopsisDrawing on the unique resources of the Oxford English Dictionary and offering coverage of over 6,000 slang words and expressions from the Cockney ''abaht'' to the American term ''zowie'', this is the most authoritative dictionary of slang from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Oxford Dictionary of Modern Slang is a fascinating and entertaining collection, packed with illustrative quotations and providing full details of origins and dates of first printed use. The text contains expressions from around the English-speaking world such as ''dork'' and ''cockamamie'' (North America) and ''giggle-house'' and ''Jimmy Woodser'' (Australia). As well as the A-Z listing of terms, the book contains a comprehensive thematic index, enabling users to home in on particular areas of interest, such as the body, food and drink, and human behaviour. Full of surprises, this is an essential read for word lovers and anyone with an interest in language.Trade ReviewThis book is a gab-fest. * Christopher Hirst, The Independent *Table of ContentsPREFACE TO SECOND EDITION; INTRODUCTION TO FIRST EDITION; PRONUNCIATION SYMBOLS; PRINCIPAL ABBREVIATIONS; DICTIONARY; THEMATIC INDEX
£12.34
Dorling Kindersley Ltd English for Everyone English Idioms
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£999.99
Pearson Education Limited Longman Mini English Dictionary 3rd. Edition
Book SynopsisAn easy-to-carry mini-dictionary that helps students understand 12,000 words and phrases, with simple definitions, illustrations and example sentences.
£15.69
Octopus Publishing Group Dictionary of English Down the Ages
Book SynopsisThroughout history, events great and small have left their mark on the way we speak. Starting from 1066 and working through to the modern day boom in techno-speak, Dictionary of English Down the Ages links hundreds of words with the historical upheavals and minor social changes which gave them life.
£9.49
Short Books Ltd A Dictionary of Interesting and Important Dogs
Book SynopsisTin Tin's Snowy, Odysseus's Argos, Darwin's Polly, Mary Queen of Scots's 22 lap-dogs, Elizabeth Barrett Browning's Flush... Behind every great man or woman is a dog. A Dictionary of Interesting and Important Dogs is a rich compendium of the world's most significant and beloved dogs. Embracing the intriguing and the provocative, the essential and the trivial, Peter J. Conradi forays into history, literature and personal anecdotes to unearth a treasure trove of canine characters. Discover the stories behind Karl Marx's and his daughter's Dogberry Club; the lapdogs who were secreted in first-class cabins on the Titanic and how they survived; Edinburgh's Greyfriars Bobby who stayed by his master's grave for 14 years; and the one undisputed fact about Shakespeare - his singular dislike for dogs. A Dictionary of Interesting and Important Dogs is a wonderful and witty homage to man's most faithful friend.
£8.54
Le Robert Le Robert Junior Poche Plus
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£19.57
Adams Media Corporation Irish
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£9.89
HarperCollins Publishers SCRABBLE Dictionary
Book SynopsisAn essential resource for all Scrabble enthusiasts.Not sure if a word is valid in Scrabble play?Collins SCRABBLE Dictionary is fully updated to include all valid words between 2 and 9 letters in length from the latest official Scrabble word list, making it a must-have to settle disputes over eligible words.Short definitions are given for every main word listed, allowing players to check meanings of words without having to consult another dictionary.Collins Scrabble dictionaries are endorsed by Mattel and are an essential reference for all Scrabble play, from competitions to friendly games.2024 Mattel. SCRABBLE and SCRABBLE tiles, including S1 tiles, are trademarks of Mattel
£10.79
HarperCollins Publishers SCRABBLE Dictionary
Book SynopsisAn essential resource for all Scrabble enthusiasts.Not sure if a word is valid in Scrabble play?Collins SCRABBLE Dictionary is fully updated to include all valid words between 2 and 9 letters in length from the latest official Scrabble word list, making it a must-have to settle disputes over eligible words.Short definitions are given for every main word listed, allowing players to check meanings of words without having to consult another dictionary.Collins Scrabble dictionaries are endorsed by Mattel and are an essential reference for all Scrabble play, from competitions to friendly games.2024 Mattel. SCRABBLE and SCRABBLE tiles, including S1 tiles, are trademarks of Mattel
£15.29
Oxford University Press Oxford Phrasal Verbs Dictionary for learners of
Book SynopsisThis new edition will give students help with synonyms, allowing them to decide whether a phrasal verb or a single-word verb is the more appropriate choice.
£28.88
Oxford University Press Oxford Picture Dictionary EnglishSpanish
Book SynopsisThe Oxford Picture English/Spanish Dictionary provides a fully integrated vocabulary development program, progressing from essential words to the more complex, delivered in short, thematic units. This edition still features the rich and vibrant illustrations that the Oxford Picture Dictionary is known and loved for. These illustrations present vocabulary in meaningful, real-life contexts to ensure success outside of class. So, what''s new in the Third Edition? 11 new and expanded topics. What words do students need to navigate a doctor''s appointment? Or on their first day at a new job? New and expanded topics - Illnesses and Medical Conditions, Health Insurance, Cyber Safety, Job Search, Career Planning, Soft Skills, First Day on the Job, Inside a Company, Information Technology, Digital Literacy, Internet Research - focus on the important life skills students needtoday.Updated activitiesand an increased focus on 21st century skills help students prepare for work, academic study, and citizenship.A focus on Oxford 3000 vocabulary ensures students learn the most useful and important words.
£30.97
Oxford Univ PR The Oxford Dictionary of Rhyming Slang Oxford
Book SynopsisRhyming slang is a subject of perennial interest to the general language-conscious public. Entries are arranged in subject areas, such as clothing, food and drink, and animals. John Ayto explores the range and development of rhyming slang during its 150 year history, from traditional Cockney Rhyming Slang to the popney rhyming slang of today.Trade ReviewReview from previous edition An exemplary piece of editing . . . Ayto's book is the best and most entertaining so far * The Spectator *Covers virtually every aspect of the human condition * Evening Standard *Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION; THEMATIC SECTIONS; INDEX
£13.29
Oxford University Press Shorter Oxford English Dictionary Sixth Edition
Book SynopsisThe Shorter Oxford English Dictionary is an abridgement of the twenty-volume Oxford English Dictionary into just two volumes, providing a comprehensive description of the historical development of English together with superb coverage of the contemporary language.Trade ReviewThe new edition... has proved an authoritative, reliable, constantly surprising friend. * Mark Sanderson, Sunday Telegraph Books of the Year *It is thoughtful in its definitions, systematic in its arrangement. It will help the careful user of words to be rightly understood. * John Whale, TLS *
£84.00
Oxford University Press A Dictionary of Modern English Usage
Book Synopsis''What grammarians say should be has perhaps less influence on what shall be than even the more modest of them realize ...'' No book had more influence on twentieth-century attitudes to the English language in Britain than Henry Fowler''s Dictionary of Modern English Usage. It rapidly became the standard work of reference for the correct use of English in terms of choice of words, grammar, and style. Much loved for his firm opinions, passion, and dry humour, Fowler has stood the test of time and is still considered the best arbiter of good practice. In this new edition of the original Dictionary, David Crystal goes beyond the popular mythology surrounding Fowler''s reputation to retrace his method and arrive at a fresh evaluation of his place in the history of linguistic thought. With a wealth of entertaining examples he looks at Fowler''s stated principles and the tensions between his prescriptive and descriptive temperaments. He shows that the Dictionary does a great more than make normative recommendations and express private opinion. In addition he offers a modern perspective on some 300 entries, in which he shows how English has changed since the 1920s. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World''s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford''s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
£10.44
Oxford University Press Fowlers Concise Dictionary of Modern English
Book SynopsisFowler's Concise Dictionary of Modern English Usage is an invaluable quick-reference work, providing clear, practical and up-to-date guidance on questions of grammar, spelling, style, and word choice. Jeremy Butterfield has judiciously revised the text to reflect the English usage practices and concerns of the 21st century.Trade ReviewThis book is useful and, like Hamilton says of the full version, of general interest and even enjoyable. * Ray Ward, Committee Member and Trustee, Queens English Society, London, UK *a fascinating work of reference * Methodist Recorder *Table of ContentsPreface ; Abbreviations ; Phonetic Transcriptions ; Glossary ; Fowler's Concise Dictionary of Modern English Usage
£13.77
Oxford University Press The Oxford Dictionary of Original Shakespearean
Book SynopsisThis dictionary is the first comprehensive description of Shakespearean original pronunication (OP), enabling practitioners to deal with any queries about the pronunciation of individual words. It includes all the words in the First Folio, transcribed using IPA, and the accompanying website hosts sound files as a further aid to pronunciation.Trade ReviewThis unique book, the result of more than a decade of research, offers a careful, nuanced account of the sounds and rhythms of individual words, as they might have sounded to the audiences of Shakespeares day, revealing rhymes and puns that are often lost or unclear in many varieties of Present Day English (PDE). In doing so, it provides fresh insights into Shakespeares work for a wide range of readers. * Sarah Grandage, Early Theatre *Crystal presents his robust, careful research, drawing together insights from linguistics, Shakespearean studies, and theatre practice, with his typical clarity and user-friendly style, repaying both targeted queries and meandering browsing ... [The book] provides insights for a wide range of users beyond theatre makers, including scholars, teachers, and students, the wider early modern heritage industry, as well as linguists with an interest in phonology, sociolinguistics, or stylistics. * Sarah Grandage, Early Theatre *Crystals work definitely surpasses all of the expectations that one could have of a magnum opus such as this one, which can definitely be considered as a must-have reference book for all of those interested in the language of Shakespeare. This dictionary is unquestionably another masterpiece by this British linguist. * Pablo Tagarro Melón and Nerea Suárez González, Clomputense Journal of English Studies *Crystal's unique dictionary joins his other worthy Shakespearean language works to form an essential collection covering the language of the Bard. * R. A. Aken, University of Kentucky *A whole linguistic world is anatomised by David Crystal ... * Spectator *fascinating * Stratford-on-Avon Observer *Crystal has looked to capture the state of our language at the time when Shakespeare was writing ... he has achieved something quite remarkable. * The Bookbag *Table of ContentsPART I: INTRODUCTION; PART II: THE DICTIONARY
£26.09
Oxford University Press Oxford Advanced Learners Dictionary Paperback
Book SynopsisOxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary is the world's bestselling advanced level dictionary for learners of English. The 10th edition builds English vocabulary better than ever before and leads the way to more confident, successful communication in English.Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary, or OALD, 10th edition is your complete guide to learning English vocabulary with definitions that learners can understand, example sentences showing language in use, and the new Oxford 3000 and Oxford 5000 word lists providing core vocabulary that every student needs to learn.OALD is more than a dictionary. Take your English skills to the next level with extra resources and practice including the online iSpeaker and iWriter, or practise words anytime, anywhere with the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary app.CEFR Level: B2 C2Build your vocabularyWithover 1,000 new words and meanings (chatbot, fake news, microplastic, woke) and afully revised A-Z with up-to-date example sentences, Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary 10th edition builds English vocabulary better than ever before.Over 60,000 words, 79,000 phrases, 89,000 meanings and 109,000 examplesVisual Vocabulary Builder including NEW illustrations for topic vocabularyNEW Oxford 3000 and Oxford 5000 keywords, graded by CEFR levelNEW OPAL (Oxford Phrasal Academic Lexicon) word lists teach academic keywordsNEW Online topic dictionaries fully revised and graded by level90 NEW Homophones notes help distinguish words that sound the sameTake your English skills to the next levelPrepare for speaking exams and presentations using the Oxford Speaking Tutor and iSpeaker with pronunciation videos and additional material online - NEW pronunciation videos and additional material online Prepare for exams (Cambridge, IELTS, TOEIC, TOEFL) and written assignments using the Oxford Writing Tutor including a NEW section on letters and emails and a NEW spread on Writing an articleUse the online iWriter to plan, write and review your written workListen to all the headwords, variants and verb forms in both British and American English accents online or on the appListen to example sentences in both British and American English accents on the appThe dictionary that enhances your teachingUPDATEDOxford Text Checker go online to check any text against the Oxford 3000, 5000, and OPAL written word lists, and create your own gap-fill activities and word lists to use in classOnline teacher resources including lesson plans, video walkthroughs, and classroom and self-study activities:50 NEW worksheets for topic vocabulary and grammar7 NEW or revised lesson plans with teacher's notes and worksheets to help you make the most of the dictionary's features including the A-Z, iWriter, iSpeaker/Speaking Tutor, vocabulary building and Oxford 3000
£48.85
Quarto Publishing PLC The Hobbit Encyclopedia
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£23.80
HarperCollins Publishers English Dictionary Essential
Book SynopsisThe home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use.The perfect dictionary reference for daily use, with 200,000 words and phrases in a durable format. Language notes help you choose the right word and the easy-to-use layout allows you to find what you're looking for quickly..Specially tailored to meet your needs at home, school, and in the office, offering comprehensive definitions and word tips to provide help with English usage.Find all the words and definitions you need, with coverage of the language we use every day. The clear layout ensures you can find the words you need quickly. Comes with an invaluable supplement on the most common mistakes and controversial issues in English.
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Collins Jamaican Students Dictionary
Book SynopsisCollins Jamaican Student's Dictionary has been specially developed in association with teachers in Jamaica to ensure it meets the needs of students in Jamaican schools.This dictionary which is fully up to date provides coverage of vocabulary from all curriculum subjects to ensure students have the language they need at their fingertips.It includes a Unique Survival Guide that provides essential guidance on key aspects in the CXC syllabus including errors commonly made in exams. It features tips on essay-writing, exams, grammar, letter & CV-writing and guidance on punctuation and common spelling mistakes, helping students write effectively with confidence.Additional features include entry words in colour for ease of use, detailed word histories and Word Tip' usage notes.The social studies section provides essential information on the Caribbean and Jamaica with key facts and maps.
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers Collins COBUILD Advanced Learners Dictionary
Book SynopsisThe tenth edition of the Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner's Dictionary has been revised and updated to include detailed coverage of today's English in a clear, attractive format.Ideal for upper intermediate and advanced learners of English, this dictionary covers all the words, phrases, and idioms that students need to master in order to speak and write effective English. New to this edition is the inclusion of CEFR levels, helping learners to focus on the words that are most important. Full-sentence definitions and thousands of updated examples taken from the 4.5-billion-word Collins Corpus show learners how the words are used in authentic contexts. The dictionary offers extensive help with grammar through the inclusion of grammar patterns at examples, and includes a comprehensive supplement to help with academic and business grammar.Additional information is provided throughout the dictionary to help learners improve their knowledge of collocation, etymology, and synonymy. Informative and relevant vocabulary panels show how words are used in a range of everyday contexts. In addition, this dictionary offers learners guidance on how to communicate effectively in English. The Language in Use supplement provides a wealth of invaluable information on how to write and speak English for different purposes using the appropriate language, style, and tone. Resources and activities to help learners make the most of the dictionary are available for free online at www.collins.co.uk/eltresources.The Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner's Dictionary provides invaluable and detailed guidance on the English language, and is the complete reference tool for learners of English.Trade ReviewNo more guessing games or relying on teacher intuition. Working from a regularly updated corpus of over 4.5 billion words taken from authentic sources, Collins COBUILD products provide learner-friendly resources on how words are really used. (Dr Wayne Trotman, Teacher-Trainer, Izmir Katip Çelebi University, Turkey)
£27.99
HarperCollins Publishers SCRABBLE Family Dictionary
Book SynopsisSettle family disputes with an updated Scrabble dictionary!This easy-to-use paperback dictionary contains valid Scrabble words between 2-8 letters in length and has been updated with new words from Collins Official Scrabble Words.The short definitions, given for every main word listed, have been updated for this new edition, and allow players to check meanings of words without having to consult another dictionary.Collins SCRABBLE Family Dictionary is endorsed by Mattel and is an essential reference for all Scrabble game enthusiasts, from regular recreational players to families playing with children.2024 Mattel. SCRABBLE and SCRABBLE tiles, including S1 tiles, are trademarks of Mattel
£9.49
Penguin Books Ltd The Penguin Dictionary of Psychology 4th Edition
Book SynopsisThis updated edition includes thousands of definitions, including an appendix on phobias; information on related fields like neuroscience and social psychology; descriptions of how terms are employed, their wider connotations, and past usage; and a detailed look at key concepts. Original.Trade Review'Provides keen insights on concepts...I highly recommend it' Henry L Roediger III, President, American Psychological Society 'Reber brings humour and common sense to defining some 17,000 terms...[it] deserves to become a classic of its kind' The Times Education Supplement
£13.49
Oxford University Press Oxford Picture Dictionary Second Edition
Book Synopsis4,000 words and phrases are organized thematically within 163 topics. Realistic illustrations and exercises are designed to build vocabulary and critical thinking skills. 13 bilingual editions available.
£31.06
Oxford University Press Oxford Learners Pocket Dictionary
Book SynopsisThe Oxford Learner''s Pocket Dictionary makes it easy for students to find what they want to know. The Oxford 3000 keywords show the most frequent and the most useful words students need to know at this level. As well as meanings, there are thousands of examples which show how to use words, and grammar patterns to show how to avoid mistakes. It is really handy for exam revision and as a quick reference guide to English vocabulary.
£16.91
Oxford University Press The Compact Oxford English Dictionary
Book SynopsisThe Compact Edition of the OED reproduces micrographically, in a single volume, the complete text of the highly acclaimed Second Edition of The Oxford English Dictionary. In this edition, nine pages of the original fit onto just one. This volume comes in a slipcase with a magnifying glass and a new user''s guide which explains the conventions of the OED.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews of the Second Edition of The Oxford English Dictionary:"The gigantic total picture of the English language...an epic achievement." Anthony Burgess, ObserverA stupendous achievement. * William Golding, Evening Standard *The greatest reference book ever written. * Stephen Jay Gould, Nature *A national treasure. * New Statesman & Society *
£380.00
Oxford University Press HobsonJobson
Book SynopsisHobson-Jobson is a unique lexicon of British India. Part dictionary, part encyclopedia it shows how words of Indian origin entered the English language and offers insight into Victorian views of Asia and the way cultures transform one another. Quirky and entertaining, this selected edition includes a fascinating introduction and notes.Trade Review'Everyone interested in British India should have a copy.' * Andrew Robinson, The Independent *'Hobson-Jobson is a rare dictionary that can be read for pleasure' * Christopher Howse, Sunday Telegraph *'Teltscher's introduction to this new abridged edition is a model of scholarship and readability.' * Neel Mukherjee, Financial Times *
£8.54
Oxford University Press New Oxford Rhyming Dictionary
Book SynopsisFrom writing poems to writing birthday cards, and from the garrett to the classroom, the New Oxford Rhyming Dictionary has what every writer (or budding writer) needs. It contains rhymes for over 45,000 words, including proper names, place names, and foreign terms used in English. The organization and layout are remarkably clear, making it easy to find the rhymes you''re looking for. Words are grouped clearly by sound and there is also a complete A-Z index to help you quickly navigate to the relevant section. In-text notes offer tips on using rhymes effectively, make suggestions for expanding the rhyming lists included in the book, and give examples of how poets past and present have used rhyme. The fascinating introduction by Professor John Lennard offers a brief outline of rhyming in its literary and historical contexts, and gives further advice on creative writing. This new edition includes over 200 words added to the Oxford Dictionary of English since the publication of the last edition, including iPod, Americano, and vuvuzela. The New Oxford Rhyming Dictionary is a must-have tool for poets, lyricists, and writers of all kinds, as well as a delight for everyone who likes to play with words.Trade Reviewthis is a well-researched and comprehensive reference work, but something more besides; there is a remarkable textual richness here which can offer new, original and unexpected insights to the diligent researcher. * Refer *Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION; DICTIONARY; INDEX
£20.69
Tutor Master Services Tutor Master Helps You Learn English A Literacy
Book SynopsisContaining 550 key words and terms to do with the English language and literacy, the generic qualities of this book assist students of all ages who wish to improve their knowledge and understanding of English. Words and terms are listed in alphabetical order with phonic cues to assist pronunciation. Definitions are provided with helpful examples.
£7.49
John Murray Press The Chambers Dictionary 13th Edition
Book Synopsis''THE CHAMBERS DICTIONARY IS THE MOST USEFUL AND DIVERTING SINGLE-VOLUME WORD-HOARD AVAILABLE'' Telegraph''CHAMBERS IS A MARVEL OF WIT, CLARITY AND PRACTICALITY'' Observer''THE MOST HUMAN OF DICTIONARIES'' Philip Pullman''CHAMBERS IS AN OPEN DOOR TO WORDS AT THEIR WITTIEST, MOST ROOTED, MOST REVEALING, AND MOST POWERFUL'' Ali SmithFirst published in 1872, The Chambers Dictionary contains more words, phrases and meanings than any other single-volume English dictionary. Yet it remains lighter and easier to hold, and now has an even more durable jacket so that it will be a beautiful hardback reference for many years to come.This 13th edition retains the much-loved features of The Chambers Dictionary, including the unique, quirky definitions. There are over 1,000 new words and meanings, and there is also a brand new two-colour Word Lover''s Ramble, showing how English words and Trade ReviewChambers is a marvel of wit, clarity and practicality - ObserverChambers is an open door to words at their wittiest, most rooted, most revealing, and most powerfulA page a day keeps the doddypolls at bayThe most human of dictionariesThe traditional favourite dictionary of every serious cryptic solver and setter based in the UKThe Chambers Dictionary is the most useful and diverting single-volume word-hoard available - TelegraphA monument to lexicographic excellence... radical, innovative and different - IndependentFor many years now, Chambers have had a stronghold on the word game market. This dictionary is a pure delight to browse - www.word-buff.com
£33.99
