Publisher's Synopsis
This is the 1st edition of the Collins Cobuild Advanced Illustrated Dictionary. This edition has been specially created to meet the needs of students in India and contains a brand new supplement of key words and phrases used in classic works of English Literature.The Collins Cobuild Advanced Illustrated Dictionary 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. As well as a CD-ROM, with extra content and interactive activities, this edition includes a new literature supplement, which provides a wider range of vocabulary, necessary for students studying English Classics.This dictionary is ideal for upper intermediate and advanced learners of English. It covers all the words, phrases and idioms that students need to learn and master to be able to speak and write effective English. 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; Text Messaging Abbreviations and Emoticons; Defining Vocabulary; Geographical Places and Nationalities; Academic Word List.
