Longman Dictionaries
Our learner dictionaries feature commonly used words to make understanding easy, whatever your level. They help you learn vocabulary and understand words in context, to improve your communication skills. Our dictionaries help you develop natural English with definitions and whole, authentic English sentences.
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Longman Active Study Dictionary
100,000 words, phrases and meanings.
A practical learner’s dictionary – small enough to carry around, big enough to include all the words students need to know.
A must-have for all learners of English at intermediate level looking to increase their vocabulary (with the integrated thesaurus) and improve fluency (through knowledge of collocations). Build vocabulary further with the innovative Longman Vocabulary Trainer on the CD-ROM. Also available for iPhone and iPad.
Language: American English, British English
ISBN: 9781408218327
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Longman Advanced American Dictionary
185,000 words, phrases and meanings.
Now in its 3rd edition, this advanced learners dictionary gives students comprehensive information on a wide range of vocabulary, including words from the Academic Word List, instruction words and words for content areas such as Science and Social Studies. Users receive much more information on synonyms, collocations and help with writing than in any other dictionary at this level.
A single purchase enables students to access vocabulary in print and online while providing vocabulary training to allow users to learn, revise and retain new vocabulary online.
Language: American English
ISBN: 9781447913139
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Longman Dictionary of American English
95,000 words, phrases and meanings.
The latest edition of this best-selling dictionary helps intermediate students improve their writing with the new Collocations feature and offers extra support for those studying other subjects in English.
The integrated Thesaurus helps students build their vocabulary. The online version offers the entire content of the dictionary plus additional innovative functionality to facilitate customisable teaching and learning, and a wealth of customisable practice so that users focus on the words that they want to learn. Students preparing for SATs and TOEFL® can also practice their exam skills using the interactive exercises.
Language: American English
ISBN: 9781447948100
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Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English
230,000 words, phrases and meanings for advanced learners.
The sixth edition of this best-selling dictionary ensures students produce more accurate English both in writing and speaking. Now with expanded grammar information, students get extra help with grammar patterns and using the correct tenses. The integrated Collocations Dictionary shows learners which words to use together, while the integrated Thesaurus helps them to expand their vocabulary. Register Notes focus on the differences between spoken and written English.
The new online site offers the entire content of the dictionary plus additional innovative functionality to facilitate customisable teaching and learning, and a wealth of customisable practice so that users focus on the words that they want to learn.
Also available for iPhone, iPad and Android.
Language: American English, British English
ISBN: 9781447954200
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Longman Thesaurus of American English
12,000 synonyms and more than 17,000 example sentences.
Unlike a traditional thesaurus, this resource clearly explains the difference between terms that have similar meanings, and provides example sentences for every word.
Explains more than 12,000 words, including academic and topic words. More than 17,000 example sentences show words in context. Helps students expand their vocabulary.
Synonym check boxes, grammar notes, and an Academic Writing Guide help students improve the quality of their writing.
Language: American English
ISBN: 9781408271971
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Longman WordWise Dictionary
38,000 words, phrases and meanings.
Helps students reach intermediate level faster. With the WordWise Dictionary, learners can easily understand the differences between words with similar or confusing meanings and can easily avoid common mistakes.
The Longman Memory Coach CD-ROM, with its interactive exercises, photos and memory games, helps students learn words in a fun and engaging way.
Language: American English, British English
ISBN: 9781405880787
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Longman Collocations Dictionary and Thesaurus
70,000 collocations help increase spoken and written fluency.
This unique learning tool combines a collocations dictionary with a thesaurus ensuring learners choose the correct word and collocation every time. It also includes the Academic Collocations List – the most frequent 2,500 collocations used in academic English.
You can access the full contents of this print dictionary online, including additional collocations, synonyms and interactive practice.
Language: British English
ISBN: 9781408252260
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Longman Handy Learner's Dictionary
Over 28,000 words and phrases.
Clear definitions written using the 2,000 word Longman defining vocabulary.
An easy-to-carry dictionary ideal for quick reference.
Language: British English
ISBN: 9780582364714
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Longman Handy Learner's Dictionary of American English
28,000 words and phrases.
Easy to carry with a hard-wearing cover.
This handy dictionary is for students who need quick and easy reference to American words and phrases.
Language: American English
ISBN: 9780582364721
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Longman Language Activator
Includes 100,000 words, phrases and examples.
The Longman Language Activator™ helps students develop their vocabulary by using keywords and basic ideas to guide them to exactly the right word or phrase they need for a particular context or situation – guaranteeing natural sounding English.
Language: American English, British English
ISBN: 9780582419520
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Longman Mini English Dictionary
Over 12,000 words and phrases.
Features: Up-to-date vocabulary, usage notes based on evidence from the Longman Learner's Corpus, natural example sentences, over 300 illustrations.
An easy-to-carry mini-dictionary that helps students understand 12,000 words and phrases, with simple definitions, illustrations and example sentences.
Language: British English
ISBN: 9780582438484
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Longman Study Dictionary of American English
46,000 words, phrases, and meanings, including the full list from the Academic Word List.
Features: 20,000 corpus-based example sentences, integrated word family, thesaurus, grammar, and usage boxes help increase word knowledge, print dictionary also includes online access.
For students who want to improve their English and build vocabulary, this dictionary provides appropriate language support to develop word understanding. The Longman Study Dictionary helps students transform basic language to more precise communication.
Language: American English
ISBN: 9781408245316
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