Collins is proud to announce a major new edition of its flagship dictionary. Updated with the latest terms to enter the language Collins English Dictionary is not only comprehensive & authoritative but also offers outstanding coverage of world regional & dialect English. Collins English Dictionary is a rich source of words for everyone who loves language. This new edition

Includes:: the latest words to enter the English language as well as a wide range of biographical entries. Usage notes give advice on using the right word in the right place & thousands of etymologies trace the roots of modern English. A clear two-colour page design helps to make this dictionary accessible & easy to use & the new virtual thumb tab makes it even easier to find the entry you are looking for. The dictionary

Includes:: a supplement on words on the cusp of entering the language as well as an extended essay on how English has changed in the last 30 years & looking forwards to the next 30 years. We also include charts to illustrate changing language trends over the years. All definitions examples idioms & usage notes are based on the Collins Corpus
- our unrivalled & constantly updated 4.5 billion-word database of today's English
- making it an authoritative & up-to-the-minute reference source.





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Published last year to mark the 30th anniversary of the first edition this Collins flagship dictionary has been updated for 2010 to include the very latest words entering the English language. The only dictionary of its kind to be updated every year Collins English Dictionary is not only comprehensive & authoritative but also offers outstanding coverage of world regional & dialect English. Collins English Dictionary is a rich source of words for everyone who loves language. This reissue of the 30th anniversary edition

Includes:: the latest words to enter the English language as well as a wide range of biographical entries. Usage notes give advice on using the right word in the right place & thousands of etymologies trace the roots of modern English. A clear two-colour page design helps to make this dictionary accessible & easy to use & the new virtual thumb tab makes it even easier to find the entry you are looking for. This reissue of the dictionary contains an updated supplement on the latest words to enter the language as well as those bubbling under the surface. Also included is an extended essay on how English has changed in the last 30 years & looking forwards to the next 30 years. All definitions examples idioms & usage notes are based on the Collins Corpus
- our unrivalled & constantly updated 2.5 billion-word database of today s English
- making it an authoritative & up-to-the-minute reference source.



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Collins English Dictionary Express Edition with Thesaurus. The compact dictionary & thesaurus for people who love language features a dictionary & spellchecker Thesaurus Solvers & 6 word games including Hangman word train & Anagrams. Also has a 10 digit calculator Databank for names & phone numbers & a local/world clock with 45 cities. ...

Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home school or in the office the Collins Paperback Thesaurus & the Collins Paperback English Dictionary are the perfect reference books for everyday use. Attractively packaged in a sturdy slipcase this is the ideal box set to take your language use & knowledge further. The Collins Paperback Thesaurus is based on Collins' 4-billion-word database of today's English &

Includes:: a vast range of words & alternatives as well as a huge choice of opposites. With the Collins Paperback English Dictionary you can find all the words & definitions you need as it boasts a comprehensive coverage of the language we use every day. What's more the helpful language notes throughout both books help you to choose the right word for your purpose & clear accessible layout ensures users can find the language they need when they need it.

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Make yourself understood in business This brand new self-study book is the perfect way for business people who spend a lot of time on the phone or in meetings & want to improve their spoken English getting their message across effectively. The focus is on the key language required to speak English accurately in business. Collins English for Business is a new series of self-study skills books which focus on the language you really need to do business in English
- wherever you are in the world. Each title

Includes:: tips on how to communicate effectively & how to communicate inter-culturally. Other titles in the series: Listening & Writing. * Powered by COBUILD
- using the real language of business English * Contents: Twenty 4-page units cover the key areas such as Networking & Small Talk Telephoning Telephone & Video Conferencing Presentations & Interviews. * Each unit contains:
- Exercises focused on vocabulary or key structures
- Grammar tips
- Key phrases * Audio CD: dialogues are recorded by native speakers using real-life situations & key phrases specific to different situations in the business environment.






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Are you comfortable writing English in the classroom but nervous about writing in the real world? To write confidently in English you need to practise different styles of written English. Collins Writing helps you recognize different styles & choose the right language to get your message across. The twenty units focus on a wide variety of texts so that you can feel just as comfortable writing a postcard or using social media online. Learn to write as fluently as you speak use the right tone & use persuasive language to get the response you need. Featured writing styles include: * online reviews * tweets * instant messaging * thank you letters * emails * job applications Collins Writing is part of the new English for Life series & uses authentic material from the Collins Corpus the worlds largest database of the English language. It is suitable for self-study & classroom use & can help towards Cambridge FCE preparation. Suitable for Intermediate learners of English (CEF level B1+). ...

This reissue of the Collins English Dictionary is the perfect reference for everyday use including all the words & definitions you need. Language notes help you choose the right word & the easy-to-use layout helps you find what you're looking for quickly. Specially tailored to meet your needs at home school & in the office the Collins English Dictionary has comprehensive definitions & word tips to provide help with English usage. With this dictionary you can find all the words & definitions you need as it boasts a 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. ...

Collins Paperback Dictionary & Thesaurus is the perfect reference book to broaden users' knowledge & is ideal for everyday use. Drawn from Collins' 4-billion-word database of today's English Collins English Dictionary & Thesaurus combines a comprehensive dictionary with all the alternatives & opposites the user needs. The book is designed for ease of use with thumb tabs on every page & all entry words highlighted in bold. This layout means that you can be sure to find all the information you need in the quickest time possible. ...

This reissue of the Collins English Thesaurus is the perfect reference for everyday use. With practical usage notes & a fantastic supplement this is the ideal thesaurus to take your language use & knowledge further. Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home school or in the office the Collins English Thesaurus has all the words & alternatives the user might need as well as a huge choice of opposites. This thesaurus is based on the Collins Word Web Collins 4-billion-word database of todays English. The clear accessible layout makes the thesaurus easy to use & ensures users can find the language they need when they need it. This reissue also

Includes:: a new supplement.

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This second edition of Collins Essential Thesaurus with entry words in colour gives the maximum choice of alternatives in the most helpful layout making it ideal for everyday use in home school & office. It also

Includes:: a special supplement created in partnership with Pitman Training for help with keyboard skills. Now with colour entry words this second edition of Collins Essential Thesaurus is the perfect language tool for every situation. With clear helpful usage notes & a practical supplement created in partnership with Pitman Training this is the ideal thesaurus for office use. Specially tailored to meet the needs of the office user the new colour Collins Essential Thesaurus has all the words & alternatives the user might need as well as a huge choice of opposites.

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