Longman Dictionary of American English

by Longman

This new edition of the best-selling American English learners' dictionary helps intermediate students build their vocabulary, and now offers extra help and support for students who are studying other subjects in English. Features * Comprehensive intermediate level dictionary with 55,000 words and phrases and 36,000 example sentences*NEW! Extra vocabulary help for students who are studying other subjects in English - 3,500 words of content vocabulary and the Academic Wordlist are highlighted*3,000 Thesaurus boxes help expand students' vocabulary*NEW! 3,000 etymologies show the origins of words* Helps students avoid common errors with spelling, usage and grammar notes* Teach your students to use dictionaries with the updated Learner's Handbook* Your students will understand the definitions written using the Longman American Defining Vocabulary of 2,000 common words*Academic Study Center helps students with reading, writing and exam preparation* Separate thesaurus section helps students expand vocabulary*Photo dictionary helps with vocabulary building New!There is also an edition of Longman Dictionary of american English, 4th Edition, with the new Longman English e-Tutor CD-ROM that offers students a wide range of practice material, helping them move from understanding English to learning how to use English correctly.

Genres: Dictionaries

934 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

Longman, today known as Pearson Longman, is a publishing company founded in 1724 in London, England.

Reviews

[Carla Ribeiro]

The best ever.

[Jean-Marie]

All the professors in our dept. got these free for going to the departmental meeting last week! The new 4th Edition comes with an e-Tutor CD-ROM. I have used it in small groups, both in adult ed. and elementary school. The students love it! It's perfect for homework, too.