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A thoroughly revised edition of this concise dictionary for home, office and school use. Expanded and largely rewritten, the reference work contains many more words, phrases and definitions.

This new paperback dictionary perfectly embodies Penguin's worldwide reputation for authority and accessibility. Compiled by Britain's foremost lexicographers, it is the ideal companion for every home and office, offering comprehensive coverage of the language and a wealth of useful additional features - all at an unbeatable price.

(Succinct coverage of the vocabulary of everyday life (55,000 entries and 80,000 definitions), including phrases, idioms and abbreviations. Special attention is paid to the new language of technology and the information sciences. About the Author Catherine Soanes is Project Editor for English Dictionaries at OUP )

This fresh new look for the 2007 edition of the Oxford Primary Dictionary features over 30,000 words and phrases in alphabetical order, in a clear and accessible design. Each entry contains simple, easy-to-read numbered meanings, word classes, inflections, and supporting example sentences. Tinted panels throughout focus on overused words, words belonging to the same family, word origins, and key language topics (such as prefixes and suffixes or word origins). Another unique feature is the example sentences by well-known children's authors, such as J.K Rowling, Dick King-Smith, Jacqueline Wilson, and Roald Dahl. These show the words actually in use to reinforce meaning but they also hook children in to using language effectively. Unique to Oxford, they take children beyond looking up a word for spelling or meaning - and on to thinking about reading and writing independently. The full alphabet appears on every page with a dark blue tab on the letter of the page, and guidewords also appear on every page - great for the child practising their alphabet skills.

Traces the history of the United States' symbol of freedom, the Statue of Liberty, from its conception and design, through the fund-raising and construction, to its dedication in 1886.

The Oxford School Dictionary is specially written for students at school and at home. It has been trialled and tested in schools and contains 45,000 words and phrases.Special Features:* Coverage of new words* Information boxes to give word families, usage, language and grammar notes.* Pronunciation guides to help with unusual words.* Idiomatic phrases and expressions are fully defined.* Derived words to expand vocabulary.* Style labels (formal, informal) to encourage accurate use of language.Features:* Headwords in bold to find words more easily* Definitions are clear and accurate.* Up-to-date example sentences and phrases to show how words are used in context.* Parts of speech and inflections written out in full to build grammatical skills.* Introduction to show how to use the dictionary.* Appendices include weights and measures and countries and peoples list

A Dictionary of Modern English Usage is a style guide to British English usage, pronunciation, and writing. It covers topics such as plurals and literary technique, distinctions among like words (homonyms and synonyms), and the use of foreign terms. This book is intended for general; students and teachers of English; anyone wanting guidance on the correct use of English.

Using the "Oxford Concise School Dictionary" on the top part of the page and the corresponding "Oxford Concise School Thesaurus" entries on the bottom, this combined work provides a one-stop shop for upper primary/lower secondary school users. It includes the word origins, pronunciation guides, idiomatic phrases and idioms, and example sentences.

Explores every aspect of the English language. This work is compiled by Britain's foremost lexicographers, and is a useful family reference book for everyday use.