This dictionary of American English is designed to help learners write and speak
accurate and up-to-date English.
• Ideal for upper-intermediate and advanced learners of English
• Based on the Collins 4.5-billion-word database, the Collins Corpus
• Up-to-date coverage of today’s English, with all words and phrases explained in full sentences
• Authentic examples from the Collins Corpus show how English is really used
• Extensive help with grammar, including plural forms and verb infl ections
• Fully illustrated Word Web and Picture Dictionary boxes provide additional information on vocabulary and key concepts
• Vocabulary-building features encourage students to improve their accuracy and fl uency:
†- Word Partnership notes highlight important collocations
†- Thesaurus entries offer synonyms and antonyms for common words
†- Usage notes explain different meanings and uses of the word
• Supplements on Grammar, Writing, Speaking, Words That Frequently Appear on TOEFL® and TOEIC®, Text Messaging and Emoticons