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This comprehensive dictionary contains over 50,000 entries, including related phrases, idioms, and more than 200 illustrations. It is specially compiled for learners of English, teachers, translators, and general readers. The dictionary includes contemporary words such as “citizen journalism,” “e-learning,” “hate crime,” and “road rage,” reflecting current English usage. Detailed definitions and one-word equivalents in Tamil are provided for terms requiring further explanation. A pronunciation guide using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is included to assist with correct pronunciation. Additionally, helpful notes on grammar, vocabulary, and writing are provided in Tamil, along with a Quick Grammar Reference section and a list of suffixes and prefixes translated into Tamil for advanced learners of English.

The Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary (OALD) is a comprehensive resource for advanced learners of English. The 10th edition includes over 60,000 words, 109,000 examples, and 90,000 meanings, providing clear definitions and example sentences to illustrate language usage. It features the Oxford 3000™ and Oxford 5000™ word lists, highlighting essential vocabulary for learners. This edition offers access to premium online resources and an app, enhancing the learning experience with pronunciation guides, usage examples, and additional practice tools.

The “Oxford Children’s Colour Dictionary” is designed to support children in reading, writing, and spelling at primary school. It features clear definitions and helpful notes, with the full alphabet on every page to facilitate easy word finding. Illustrations bring words to life, and information on word usage, families, and compound words aids in understanding language. This edition includes a supplement on spelling, grammar, and punctuation to support the curriculum, along with writing tips from best-selling children’s authors to inspire young writers.

The “Oxford Elementary Learner’s Dictionary” is designed for beginners learning English. It covers essential vocabulary with 15,000 entries and includes over 550 illustrations to aid understanding. The dictionary provides thousands of example sentences demonstrating word usage, irregular plurals, and verb forms. Additionally, it features 16 specially illustrated pages on topics such as numbers, prepositions, opposites, and letter writing. A user-friendly key to phonetic symbols runs across the bottom of every page, facilitating correct pronunciation.

The “Oxford Essential Italian Dictionary” is a compact bilingual dictionary offering up-to-date coverage of essential day-to-day vocabulary. It includes over 40,000 words and phrases, and 60,000 translations, making it ideal for travel, work, or study. The dictionary features guides to Italian and English pronunciation, as well as assistance with both Italian and English verbs.

The “Oxford Essential Russian Dictionary” is a compact bilingual dictionary offering up-to-date coverage of essential day-to-day vocabulary. It includes over 40,000 words and phrases, and 60,000 translations, making it ideal for travel, work, or study. The dictionary features guides to Russian and English pronunciation, as well as assistance with both Russian and English verbs.

The “Oxford Essential Spanish Dictionary” is a compact bilingual dictionary offering up-to-date coverage of essential day-to-day vocabulary. It includes over 40,000 words and phrases, and 60,000 translations, making it ideal for travel, work, or study. The dictionary features guides to Spanish and English pronunciation, as well as assistance with both Spanish and English verbs. It covers both European and Latin American Spanish.

The “Oxford Illustrated Shakespeare Dictionary” is a comprehensive reference designed to help students understand the language used in Shakespeare’s works. It provides clear definitions of over 4,000 words and phrases found in the twelve most studied plays, including “Macbeth,” “Hamlet,” “Romeo and Juliet,” “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” and “Henry V.” Each entry includes an example sentence from the plays to illustrate usage. The dictionary also features usage notes, theatre notes, language panels on topics like the humours and stage directions, and full-color illustrated thematic spreads on subjects such as clothing, armor, music, and recreation. This resource is authored by renowned linguist Professor David Crystal and actor Ben Crystal, combining academic and theatrical perspectives to enhance understanding of Shakespeare’s language.

The “Oxford Junior Illustrated Dictionary” is designed to support children aged 6 to 8 in developing their vocabulary and language skills. This edition includes over 7,000 words from various school subjects, reflecting the higher vocabulary expectations of the current curriculum. Entries are presented with simple and clear definitions, numbered meanings, word classes, inflections, and child-friendly example sentences. The dictionary features topic word lists to aid with key subject vocabulary and a special section offering support for tricky spellings, punctuation terms, and activities to help children check and edit their writing. Bright illustrations throughout make it an engaging resource for young learners, aiming to boost word power and build confidence in using language.

The Oxford Learner’s Pocket English Dictionary is a compact and comprehensive resource tailored for advanced learners of English. It includes over 30,000 words, idioms, and phrases, providing clear and concise definitions accompanied by suitable examples to enhance understanding. The dictionary highlights key elements such as spellings, pronunciations, and common usage errors, aiding learners in improving their language skills. Additionally, it features a tutorial on writing, comprising 23 pages, which helps to enhance writing skills. The inclusion of a CD-ROM offers pronunciation guides, making it a valuable tool for both spoken and written English proficiency.