First Dictionary for Young Readers
Evelyn Goldsmith
An easy to use dictionary presented in large format and clear typography, it both illustrates and uses full sentences to explain many words.
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Collins cobuild intermediate dictionary of American English
by Carol Braham [and others (2008)
About this book
"With innovations such as DefinitionsPLUS and vocabulary builders, the Collins COBUILD Intermediate Dictionary of American English transforms the learner's dictionary from an occasional reference into the ultimate resource and must-have dictionary for language learners. The definitions have been created using a controlled vocabulary, and each definition has been reviewed by a team of classroom teachers to ensure that they are appropriate for learners at the intermediate level." -- Amazon.com viewed August 17, 2020.
Setting / LocationGlobal
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Protagonist / CoreCollins cobuild intermediate dictionary of American English Lead Character
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