Intermediate Dictionary of American English: With CD-Rom (Collins Cobuild) - Softcover

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This new dictionary is for intermediate level learners of English, who want to learn American English. It gives up-to-date coverage of today's English, and transforms the learner's dictionary from an occasional reference into the best possible learning resource. Includes a CD-Rom, with extra content and interactive activities.

This dictionary is ideal for intermediate learners of American English. It covers the words, phrases and idioms that students at this level need to learn and master to be able to speak and write effective American English, and gives help with grammar. A wide range of vocabulary-building features, many of them with full-colour illustrations, help with learning new words.

The dictionary also includes an Activity Guide, which gives exercises in dictionary use; a Grammar reference; a Writer's Handbook, which gives guidance on spelling, punctuation, letter-writing and CVs; a Speaker's Handbook, which gives advice on the best set phrases to use in key situations; words that occur frequently in the TOEFL and TOEIC exams; Defining Vocabulary; Geographical Places and Nationalities