Dictionaries Books
HarperCollins Publishers Collins COBUILD Primary Learners Dictionary
Book SynopsisThe Collins COBUILD Primary Learner''s Dictionary is an engaging illustrated dictionary aimed at learners of English aged 7 and over. The dictionary has been specially created for primary school students, whose first language is not English, but who attend English-language schools.Ideal for young learners of English and primary school students who are studying through the medium of English, the Collins COBUILD Primary Learner's Dictionary has been extensively updated to cover all the essential words, phrases, and idioms that students need to learn. The definitions are written using simple language and the dictionary contains thousands of examples of real English, showing the learner how English is really used. New to this edition is the inclusion of CEFR levels, helping learners to focus on the words that are most important. Throughout the dictionary, learners will find hundreds of line drawings illustrating key terms, and there is also a useful full colour illustrated supplement of esTrade 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)
£14.39
HarperCollins Publishers Collins COBUILD Advanced American English
Book SynopsisThis new third edition of the Collins COBUILD Advanced American English Dictionary has been revised and updated to include up-to-date coverage of today''s English in a clear, attractive format.This dictionary is ideal for upper intermediate and advanced learners of American English. It covers all the words, phrases, and idioms that students need to learn and master to be able to speak and write effective English. With full-sentence definitions written in simple, natural English, this dictionary is easy to use and understand. Thousands of examples, taken from the 4.5-billion-word Collins Corpus, show learners how the words are used in authentic contexts.Additional information is provided throughout 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 American English. The
£24.64
HarperCollins Publishers Bradfords Crossword Solvers Lists
Book SynopsisHundreds of word lists, arranged thematically, to help with solving cryptic and quick crossword clues. The lists are sorted alphabetically and by length, and provide an invaluable reference for all crossword solvers.A must for all crossword solvers, the lists have been compiled from Collins thesaurus database under the direction of Anne Bradford. Hundreds of useful word lists covering a wide range of subjects, with each one sorted by length and then alphabetically, to give maximum help with solving crossword clues. Solvers can locate words by subject, spotting the word they need to complete their crossword grids quickly: the perfect companion volume to Bradford's Crossword Solver's Dictionary.
£15.29
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe McGrawHill Education Essential ESL Dictionary
Book SynopsisPublisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Learn and understand thousands of new English wordsClear, comprehensive, and easy to use, McGraw-Hill: Essential ESL Dictionary for Learners of English was developed to meet the needs of ESL students like you. Inside you will find more than 9,000 English terms, each with a simple definition so you will understand its meaning and usage. Every entry is accompanied by its phonetic translation, definition, and explanation. You'll find example sentences throughout that show English words in context. Hundreds of illustrations are also used throughout the dictionary, giving you visual reinforcement of word meanings.INCLUDES: 9,000+ American and British words, explained in easy-to-understand language Grammar and usage boxes
£18.89
Penguin Books Ltd The Penguin Pocket English Dictionary
Book SynopsisThis pocket edition of the bestselling Penguin English Dictionary is the perfect reference book for everyday use. Compiled by Britain''s foremost lexicographers, up-to-date and easy to use, it is the ideal portable companion for quick reference.
£16.19
Penguin Books Ltd Penguin Pocket Rhyming Dictionary
Book SynopsisNeed a rhyme but can''t spare the time? Want to make your jingles tingle or crack the code to the ode? Penguin Pocket Rhyming Dictionary is an indispensable companion for anyone who writes verse. Clearly arranged and easy to use, it offers an astonishingly wide range of rhymes for words, from the common to the obscure.
£12.34
Oxford University Press Oxford Picture Dictionary EnglishChinese
Book SynopsisThe Oxford Picture English/Chinese 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 University Press Oxford Picture Dictionary EnglishFrench
Book SynopsisThe Oxford Picture English/French 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 University Press Oxford Picture Dictionary Second Edition
Book Synopsis4,000 words and phrases are organized thematically within 163 topics. Includes English to Brazilian Portuguese translations of vocabulary throughout, and an extensive index in Brazilian Portuguese at the back of the book.
£30.40
Dover Publications Inc. Technical Manual and Dictionary of Classical
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Dover Publications Inc. First German Reader
Book SynopsisDesigned expressly for the beginning German language student, here is an outstanding collection of fifty-two short stories, poems, essays, and anecdotes. Each selection has been specially chosen for its power to evoke German life and culture. This dual-language edition features precise English translations on pages that face the original German text. New students will enjoy the pleasure of reading great German literature from the very first page, as the selections have been arranged to accommodate the gradual improvement of language skills. Helpful vocabulary and language exercises are also included. First German Reader features the works of many of Germany''s best writers, including Goethe, Hesse, Heine, Schiller, Hölderlin, and other literary virtuosos. The translations of Harry Steinhauer are vivid and true to the originals ? and poetic in their own right. Literature lovers, German language students, and other readers will find this volume an accessible exploration of German literature . . . and an invaluable aid to mastering the German language.
£10.44
Cambridge University Press Cambridge Business English Dictionary
Book SynopsisThe most up-to-date business English dictionary created specially for learners of English.
£41.90
Cambridge University Press Cambridge English Pronouncing Dictionary
Book SynopsisNew edition of the classic work by Daniel Jones includes up-to-date entries and new study pages.
£47.41
Cambridge University Press CAMBRIDGE WORD ROUTES ANGLAIS FRANCAIS LEXIQUE
Book SynopsisThe bilingual reference book that helps learners use the right word in the right place.Trade Review'This book is the answer to many of the frustrations that students and teachers experience when they don't find quite what they are looking for in conventional reference books … Cambridge Word Routes is a new concept. It combines a wealth of userfriendly features, and constitutes an invaluable tool for learners and speakers of English.' Standpoints No. 35, 1994'Anyone interested in the French language will be fascinated by this unique lexicon.' France in Print Magazine'Cambridge Word Routes is a new concept. It combines a wealth of user-friendly features, and constitutes an invaluable tool for learners and speakers of English.' Standpoints No. 35, 1994 (France)'Another vocabulary book to look out for is Cambridge Word Routes, already a celebrated title only a few months after its publication. Thematic lexicons have their advocates and their detractors. But everyone will acknowledge this book's quite exceptional qualities the layout, the clarity of the presentation and of the multitude of illustrations.' Tribune Internationale des Langues Vivantes Nº 17, 1995Table of Contents1) 450 word groups, organised by topic and meaning 2) Language for Communication: 48 sections on conversational phrases 3) English index with IPA pronunciations 4) Index of French translations
£29.09
Cambridge University Press Cambridge Idioms Dictionary
Book SynopsisThis new edition clearly explains the meaning and use of over 7,000 idioms current in British, American and Australian English.
£29.64
Hippocrene Books UkrainianEnglish Phrasebook Dictionary
Book SynopsisThis language guide includes fifteen chapters of situational phrases covering travelling by rail, trolley, bus; coping with emergencies; shopping; and other daily life adventures. Each Ukrainian phrase is accompanied by an English translation and phonetic pronunciation based on North American speech.
£9.49
Taylor & Francis Ltd A Dictionary of the European Union
Book SynopsisThis unique collection of data includes concise definitions and explanations relating to all aspects of the European Union. It explains the terminology surrounding the EU, and outlines the roles and significance of its institutions, member countries, foreign relations, programmes and policies, treaties and personalities. It contains over 1,000 clear and succinct definitions and explains acronyms and abbreviations, which are arranged alphabetically and fully cross-referenced.Among the 1,000 entries you can find explanations of and background details on: ACP states Article 50 Brexit competition policy the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund the euro Greece Europol migration and asylum policy the Schengen Agreement the Single Supervisory Mechanism the Treaty of Lisbon Ukraine Ursula von der Leyen the Windsor Framework Table of ContentsAbbreviations, Acknowledgements, A-Z
£363.74
Taylor & Francis A Frequency Dictionary of MultiWord Expressions in British English
Book SynopsisA Frequency Dictionary of Multi-Word Expressions in British English presents 5,000 of the most common multi-word expressions (MWEs) in contemporary British English, based on data from the British National Corpus 2014.Organized into ten functional categoriesâincluding idioms, phrasal verbs, collocations, and academic or speech formulasâthe dictionary provides detailed frequency, dispersion, and association metrics for each entry. Visual aids such as collocation graphs, sparklines and thematic boxes support comprehension and practical use. It is a comprehensive, research-based resource for understanding and using natural, high-frequency expressions in spoken and written English.Additional support materials for this book are available at https://lancslex.lancaster.ac.uk .Designed for learners, educators, and researchers, the dictionary highlights real-world phraseology across genres and registers.
£39.99
Austin Macauley Publishers Jamaican Patois Dictionary
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£7.59
Austin Macauley Publishers Jamaican Patois Dictionary
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£10.79
Barcharts German Vocabulary 1000 Flash Cards
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£28.45
John Murray Press Essential Dutch Dictionary Teach Yourself
Book SynopsisIs this the right book for me?With over 30,000 translations, including everyday idioms and expressions, Essential Dutch Dictionary is the perfect tool to support your Dutch learning. This edition is fully updated to reflect the recently published spelling conventions, and includes a guide to usage and insights from the author to help you learn and remember new words and phrases.Learn effortlessly with a new easy-to-read page design, in particular: Author insightsLots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. Table of Contents : Introduction : Sounds and spelling : A concise Dutch grammar : Dutch-English : English-Dutch
£15.29
John Murray Press Essential Welsh Dictionary Teach Yourself
Book SynopsisWith over 16,000 translations, including everyday idioms and expressions, Essential Welsh Dictionary is the perfect tool to support your Welsh learning. This new edition is fully updated with a guide to usage and insights from the author to help you learn and remember new words and phrases.New features:AUTHOR INSIGHTSLots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. Trade ReviewUnlike traditional dictionaries, here at last is a dictionary that lists mutated forms. This key feature, together with the emphasis on contemporary idiomatic phrases and key grammar points, makes this dictionary an ideal choice for learners of all ages. -- Dr Christine Jones - (Dirprwy Is-ganghellor a Phennaeth Adran y Gymraeg / Pro Vice-Chancellor and Head of the Welsh Department, Prifysgol Cymru Llanbedr Pont Steffan / University of Wales Lampeter Ceredigion)Table of Contents : 1 Foreword : 2 Dictionary: Welsh-English : 3 Abbreviations : 4 Dictionary: English-Welsh : 5 Abbreviations : 6 Supplement : 7 Verbs : 8 Prepositions : 9 Adjectives : 10 Personal pronouns : 11 Rules of mutation : 12 Pronunciation
£15.29
Edinburgh University Press Concise Scots Dictionary
Book SynopsisFirst published in 1999, this new edition has been revised and updated throughout to reflect modern Scots usage, alongside coverage of older Scots. Combining accessible style, clear layout and durable hardback format, this is a user-friendly and robust dictionary that you can turn to again and again for reference and enjoyment.
£31.50
University of Regina Press Nakonwicoie ne uspeniciciyac Practising Nakoda
Book SynopsisA user-friendly guide that teaches the core Nakoda vocabulary and how to use it in conversation
£17.99
Elliott & Thompson Limited The Accidental Dictionary: The Remarkable Twists
Book SynopsisHow well do you know your words?; Buxom used to mean obedient; A cloud was a rock; Raunchy originally meant dirty; Brimming with hidden histories and tantalising twists, The Accidental Dictionary tells the extraordinary stories behind ordinary words.; Our everyday language is full of surprises; its origins are stranger than you might think. Any word might be knocked and buffeted, subjected to twists and turns, expansions and contractions, happy and unhappy accidents. There are intriguing tales behind even the most familiar terms, and they can say as much about the present as they do the past.; Busking, for instance, originally meant piracy. Grin meant to snarl. A bimbo was a man, nice meant ignorant, glamour was magic and a cupboard was a table...; Focusing on 100 surprising threads in the evolution of English, The Accidental Dictionary reveals the etymological origins and quirky developments that have led to the meanings we take for granted today. It is a weird and wonderful journey into words.; So, let's revel in its randomness and delight in its diversity - our dictionary is indeed accidental.Trade Review"Paul Anthony Jones's The Accidental Dictionary is certainly worth adding [to a bookshelf]. It's all about the changes in meaning that many words have experienced over the years. ... I knew very few of these, which is a good thing, and now I know more, which is a better one" -- Marcus Berkmann, Spectator Christmas books 2016; "His focus is on words that have since done a volte-face, with surprising and often comical results ... There's no need to know any of this... but it sure makes life a lot nicer to find these things out" -- Madame J-Mo; "Verbal hanky-panky at its best" -- Sciencebase; "A fantastic book" -- Nudge-book.com; "Fun and informative" -- Interesting Literature.com; "Check out @HaggardHawks' new book for more lovely facts on how words changed their meanings over time" --Greg Jenner, author of A Million Years in a Day; "A real delight ... hidden gems nestle on every page" --jaffareadstoo.blogspot.co.uk; "A delight to read ... fun to have on the bookshelf and possibly a good extra Christmas present (yes it is getting closer) for the pedant in your life (even if it is you!)" -- Army Rumour Service; "If you like Mashed Radish, then you'll love Paul Anthony Jones' latest book ... Each selection is pithy and engaging, making The Accidental Dictionary an ideal book to pick up whenever you need a funny yet informative break or burst of inspired word-nerdom. But I think you'll find, like me, that the word histories Jones' has curated - and his infectious enthusiasm for them - are hard to put down" -- Mashed Radish; "The short witty essays on each chosen word are fascinating ... The Accidental Dictionary is both fascinating and rigorous at the same time. Jones writes in an entertaining and informative way, and it is littered liberally with quotes and verse, making this an engaging book to read too. It is a great little book for the etymological nut; and for those that cherish the book this has a stunning gold leaf print on the cover" -- HalfManHalfBook; "I'm always on the hunt for a book that will educate me while entertain me at the same time and I have to say this is the perfect combination ... A fun read" --After the Credits
£8.54
Y Lolfa Beginners' Welsh Reading Dictionary
Book SynopsisKeen to read Welsh but can''t find words in a standard dictionary? If so, this list, based on the 10,000 most frequently used words in Welsh in their various forms - mutated, feminine, plural - and arranged in the order of the English alphabet (not the same as the Welsh alphabet) should help.
£12.00
Y Lolfa Yr Odliadur Newydd
Book SynopsisA Welsh rhymes dictionary including simple guidelines about rules relating to the Welsh Language and writing poetry in strict metre. A brand new edition of a volume first published in 1978; edited and revised by Alan Llwyd.
£12.00
Birlinn General The Essential Gaelic-English / English-Gaelic
Book SynopsisAngus Watson's Essential Gaelic-English and English-Gaelic dictionaries are well-established as one of the leading dictionaries of the Gaelic language. This combined dictionary is ideal for learners of Gaelic at all levels, and its generous coverage of vocabulary from fields such as business and IT makes it a valuable tool for all those who require an up-to-date reference work. It contains a large amount of explanatory material, numerous examples of usage and idiomatic phrases and expressions. Many registers and styles are sampled, from the familiar (and occasionally the vulgar) to the formal and the literary. Cross-references draw the user to related words and expressions, and Scots equivalents are provided for a number of headwords.
£18.00
The Gresham Publishing Co. Ltd Webster's Word Power English Dictionary: With
Book SynopsisThis bestselling English Dictionary contains 15,000 headwords and 35,000 definitions, with pronunciation and numbered senses within definitions. With this dictionary you can increase your word power and increase your confidence when using the English language. British English. The Geddes and Grosset brand is 26 years old and has sold over 75 million books.Table of ContentsIntroduction Dictionary Notes
£6.99
New Island Books Teasáras Gaeilge-Béarla Irish-English Thesaurus
Book SynopsisLeac mhullaigh éachtach é TEASÁRAS GAEILGE–BÉARLA ar obair shaoil an údair, Garry Bannister. Ócáid chinniúnach staire í i leith staidéar na teanga agus a cultúir. Is leabhar tagartha é nach bhfuil a mhacasamhail ar fáil inniu. Taifead cuimsitheach é a nochtann scéimh, solúbthacht, doimhneacht agus stair na Gaeilge, bronnta ar an saol mar thoradh ar an taighde fhairsing chríochnúil atá déanta ag Bannister. Cuimsíonn an Teasáras seo comhchiallaigh, cleachtaí agus nósanna cainte, comhcheangail fhocal, leaganacha logánta agus seanfhocail. Léiríonn na hiontrálacha sa Teasáras seo peirspictíochtaí úra nach mbeifí ag súil leo sa teanga faoi mar a bhí sí inné agus mar atá sí inniu. Is áis an-úsáideach ar fad do stór focal an úsáideora iad na liostaí atá breactha de réir téama ar feadh an leabhair. Anuas ar sin tá cuntas nuálaíoch ar oibriú na Gaeilge nua-aoisí curtha faoinár mbráid i dTreoir Ghramadaí i gcúl an leabhair. Cuireann TEASÁRAS GAEILGE–BÉARLA saibhreas suntasach nua le corpas téacsanna tagartha na Gaeilge. Acmhainn áisiúil, riachtanach, is ea í, agus taisce dhothomhaiste do chainteoirí, scríbhneoirí agus iriseoirí, d’údair, d’aos dána agus do lucht foghlama agus, go deimhin, do dhuine ar bith a dteastaíonn uathu slacht, snas agus snoiteacht a chur ar a scileanna teanga idir labhairt agus scríobh na Gaeilge. IRISH–ENGLISH THESAURUS is the stunning culmination of Garry Bannister’s life’s work and a milestone in engagement with the Irish language and its culture. It is a reference book like no other, a meticulously researched record which captures the beauty, agility, depth and history of the Irish language. Entries include but are not limited to translations, synonyms, usages and colloquialisms, common word combinations and proverbs. Every single entry reveals fresh and often surprising perspectives on contemporary and older usage. An original and innovative grammar guide offers leaner and more accurate descriptions of how the language is used. Lists of thematically grouped vocabulary appear throughout the book as an extremely useful tool for language-building and prose writing. IRISH–ENGLISH THESAURUS is a significant addition to the corpus of reference texts, an essential and indispensable resource for speakers, authors, poets, journalists, students and teachers, and, indeed, for anyone wishing to enrich and develop their spoken and written Irish-language skills. Trade ReviewNíl amhras ar bith nach bhfuil toirt agus téagar sa Teasáras Gaeilge-Béarla a thiomsaigh Garry Bannister. Is breá go deo an leabhar í. -- Seosamh Ó Cuaig * Tuarisc *If a thesaurus is typically a book or electronic resource that lists words in groups of synonyms and related concepts, the Teasáras does this and more. In fact, if anything, it is more like a one-stop-shop for the Irish language or Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Irish But Were Afraid to Ask ... Part of the pleasure of the Teasáras is losing oneself in the endless possibilities of the language, as the headword kickstarts a stream of associations... . A crucial contribution of the Teasáras is showing how a fuller knowledge of Irish offers opportunities for seeing in a deeper, more context-sensitive way. * The Irish Times *
£44.99
Bodleian Library The Devil's Dictionary
Book SynopsisDIPLOMACY, n. The patriotic art of lying for one's country In 1881 Ambrose Bierce, journalist and former soldier for the Union army in the Civil War, began writing satirical definitions for the San Francisco Wasp, and then for William Randolph Hearst's San Francisco Examiner. Bierce was launched on a journalistic career that would see him liked and loathed in equal measure – and earn him the title of ‘the wickedest man in San Francisco’. In his column, Bierce, a contemporary of Mark Twain, brought his biting black humour to bear on spoof definitions of everyday words, writing deliberate mistranslations of the vocabulary of the establishment, the Church and the politics of his day, and shining a sardonic light on hypocrisy and deception. These columns formed the beginnings of a dictionary, first published in 1906 as The Cynic’s Word Book. Over 100 years later, Bierce’s redefinitions still give us pause for thought – REPORTER, n. A writer who guesses his way to the truth and dispels it with a tempest of words; UN-AMERICAN, adj. Wicked, intolerable, heathenish; POLITICS, n. The conduct of public affairs for private advantage – making for a timely new edition of this irreverent and provocative satire.
£12.34
John Wiley & Sons Inc Dictionary of Transactional Analysis
Book SynopsisThis dictionary provides a key to concepts used by transactional analysts which is accessible to those new to the field but also has the depth required for advanced studies.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction. The Dictionary. Appendix 1: Reading list. Appendix 2: Winners of the Eric Berne Memorial Award. Appendix 3: Codes of Ethics. References.
£46.50
Le Robert Dictionnaire Visuel Francais: An illustrated
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£11.70
Editions Hatier Bescherelle La grammaire pour tous nouvelle édition
£16.10
John Benjamins Publishing Co The BBI Combinatory Dictionary of English: Your
Book SynopsisSpeak and write perfect English! BBI teaches you how to combine words with words to form phrases (so you can say “mortgaged to the hilt; I want something badly”). BBI also teaches you how to combine words into structures to form clauses and sentences (so you can say “I want you to go = What I want is for you to go”). So BBI helps you with both vocabulary and grammar. BBI shows you important vocabulary and grammatical differences between American and British English. BBI gives you plenty of examples that can serve as models for your own use of English. Some of these examples are authentic quotations from works of American and British literature.This Third Edition of the BBI Combinatory Dictionary of English is an expanded and updated version of the First Edition (1986) and its Revised Edition (1997), both of which were favorably received. In this third edition, the contents of the BBI have been increased by over 20%.In the selection and presentation of new material, many sources have been used, including: Internet searches; The British National Corpus; Reading and listening to English-language material; For Grammatical Patterns: A Comprehensive Grammar of the English Language (Randolph Quirck et al.); For Collocations: Lists of Lexical Functions (compiled by Igor Mel’cuk et al.).The BBI has been “highly recommended” by the English-Speaking Union.Using the BBI: A workbook with exercises is now available online at: http://dx.doi.org/10.1075/z.bbi.workbookTable of Contents1. Preface to the third edition; 2. Preface to the second edition; 3. A practical guide to the BBI; 4. How entries are structured in the BBI: A visual guide; 5. Introduction; 6. Comparative table of Simplified Transcription (ST) and IPA transcription; 7. Dictionary
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers English Dictionary and Thesaurus Essential
Book SynopsisThe home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use.The perfect word reference to broaden your knowledge of English, ideal for everyday use, at home, in the office or at school. Matching dictionary and thesaurus entries are shown together for easy reference, with synonyms clearly shown in shaded boxes. Presented in a durable hardback binding.Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus combines a comprehensive dictionary with all the alternatives and opposites you need on the same page.The book is designed for easy use, with alphabet thumb tabs on every page and all entry words highlighted in bold type. This layout means that you can be sure to find all the information you need in the quickest time possible.
£10.44
Faber & Faber Afterliff
Book SynopsisA liff is a familiar object or experience that English has no word for. Afterliff, its long-awaited sequel, corrects this disgraceful oversight by recycling the names found on signposts.This brilliant successor to Douglas Adams'' and John Lloyd''s 1983 classic The Meaning of Liff features over 900 essential new definitions, including:Anglesey n.Hypothetical object at which a lazy eye is looking.Badlesmeare n.One who dishonestly ticks the ''I have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions'' box.Caterham n.An overwhelming desire to use the Pope''s hat as an oven glove.Clavering ptcpl v.Pretending to text when alone and feeling vulnerable in public.Eworthy adj.Of a person: worth emailing but not worth phoning or meeting.Kanumbra n.The sense that someone is standing behind you.Ljubljana interj.What people say to the dentist on the wa
£10.44
Octopus Publishing Group The Little Book of LGBTQ+: An A–Z of Gender and
Book SynopsisFeel confident in the ABCs of LGBTQ+ Language is a key path to awareness, acceptance and empowerment. It's central to understanding the world and the communities we live in, but it can often be tricky to keep up with correct and ever-evolving terminology. This easy-to-use dictionary introduces the most essential vocabulary surrounding LGBTQ+ identities. Whether you're questioning your own identity or simply interested in learning more, this useful guide will help you navigate the world with knowledge, understanding and kindness.
£6.99
Oxford University Press Paperback Oxford Large Print Dictionary
Book SynopsisThe Paperback Oxford Large Print Dictionary is intended as a conveniently-sized and clear large print dictionary that is particularly suitable for people with sight problems, both adults and children. It has been developed in close collaboration with the RNIB, who approved all aspects of the design and layout so that it meets the needs of users.This edition of the dictionary has been updated with the latest vocabulary, such as broadband, and bird flu. A new supplementary section has quick-reference word game material for enthusiastic puzzle-solvers. The dictionary also contains Usage Notes to help you deal with potentially sensitive and offensive terms.The Paperback Oxford Large Print Dictionary is practical and especially clear, making it the perfect choice for those who prefer the convenience of a large print dictionary.
£14.24
HarperCollins Publishers Collins English Paperback Dictionary
Book SynopsisThe trusted paperback English dictionary for everyday use.The perfect dictionary reference with 200,000 words and phrases for daily use. Language usage notes help you choose the right word and the easy-to-use layout allows you to find what you're looking for quickly and easily.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.You will find all the words and definitions you need, with comprehensive coverage of the language we use every day. It also contains the latest words to enter the language. The clear layout ensures you can find the words you need quickly. This edition contains an invaluable supplement on the most common mistakes and controversial issues in English.
£7.59
Pan Macmillan The Deeper Meaning of Liff
Book SynopsisDouglas Adams created all the various and contradictory manifestations of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: radio, novels, TV, computer game, stage adaptations, comic book and bath towel. He lectured and broadcast around the world and was a patron of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and Save the Rhino International. Douglas Adams was born in Cambridge, UK and lived with his wife and daughter in Islington, London, before moving to Santa Barbara, California, where he died suddenly in 2001. In addition to Hitchhiker, He is also the author of the Dirk Gently novels: Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency, The Long Dark Tea Time of the Soul and the unfinished The Salmon of Doubt.John Lloyd is a television producer and writer and has worked on programmes such as Not the Nine O'Clock News, Spitting Image, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Blackadder and QI.
£11.69
Scholastic Wicked Words
Book SynopsisReaders can discover all the foul facts about WICKED WORDS, includinghow to be very rude ... without anybody knowing, some murkyMedieval jokes and what to say if someone calls you mundungus, hackumor jabbernowl. With a heap of extra-horrible bits, these bestsellingtitles are sure to be a huge hit with yet another generationof Terry Deary fans.
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers English Gem Dictionary and Thesaurus
Book SynopsisThe ultimate mini English dictionary and thesaurus to support you at work, at school and at home. This is an indispensable guide to the English language. Part of the Collins Gem range the world''s best-selling mini dictionaries it provides dictionary definitions and thesaurus synonyms on the same page for incomparable quick and easy reference.This book provides the most up-to-date words, clear definitions and accessible same-page dictionary and thesaurus texts all in the handy and portable Gem format.In addition to the wide range of definitions and synonyms, it has a handy and practical supplement on punctuation and spelling rules.With its clear layout and matching dictionary and thesaurus entries on the same page, you can be confident to find all the latest words you need and fast!
£6.23
HarperCollins Publishers English Pocket Dictionary and Thesaurus
Book SynopsisThe must-have English dictionary and thesaurus for use anywhere you go.Two books in one with all the words you need at your fingertips. With matching dictionary and thesaurus entries on the same page, you'll never be stuck for words again!This Dictionary and Thesaurus is easy on the eye and will help you find all the words, definitions and alternatives you need and fast.Clear, straightforward definitions reflect today''s language, while the matching thesaurus entries provide a generous choice of synonyms and antonyms.And you can always rely on Collins to provide you with today's English as all our words, definitions, examples, idioms and usage notes are based on our unrivalled language monitoring programme.
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Paperback English Thesaurus Essential
Book SynopsisThe home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use.The perfect word reference for daily use with 300,000 synonyms and antonyms. Contains practical usage notes, and a fantastic crossword-solving supplement, this is the ideal thesaurus to take your language use and knowledge further.Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home, school, or in the office, with all the words and alternatives you might need, as well as a huge choice of opposites.The clear, accessible layout makes the thesaurus easy to use and ensures users can find the language they need when they need it.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers English Dictionary Complete and Unabridged
Book SynopsisThe Collins English Dictionary is a book to be treasured, no home should be without one, The Times.The largest single-volume English dictionary in print celebrates the extraordinary breadth and changing nature of world English, with more than 732,000 words, meanings and phrases.Updated with the very latest new words and senses, this is an unparalleled resource for word lovers, word gamers and word geeks everywhere. It draws on Collins' extensive language databases and covers many literary and rare words useful for crossword solvers and setters as well as Scrabble players.Ideal for use at work, at home and for study new words, new meanings and new uses are tracked by Collins' lexicographers who monitor language change around the world. This, along with suggestions from the public on the award-winning collinsdictionary.com, ensures Collins English Dictionary truly is the home of living language.More place names and biographical entries with over 9,500 place names and 7,300 biographies Trade Review“I am absolutely thrilled to have a copy of the Collins English Dictionary. If I am ever cast off on a desert island, this is the book I want to have with me.”Dame Judi Dench “I find Collins English Dictionary invaluable because it is an encyclopaedia as well as a dictionary, and it stands up to really intensive use.”John Grant, Crossword Editor, The Times
£38.25
Penguin Books Ltd The Penguin Dictionary of Proverbs
Book SynopsisEntertaining and informative, this rich and diverse collection of over 6000 proverbs (and their origins) is a delight to browse and the perfect addition to any home reference shelf.
£11.39
