Learner's Dictionary

Restricted defining vocabulary, so students looking up a word will not find five more they don't know in the definition!

Up-to-date and international coverage of today's vocabulary. 

Special provision for those studying other subjects in English at the secondary school level (new scientific & technical entries added in the new edition).

Example sentences for words presenting usage problems.

Attractive illustrations where appropriate to increase 

understanding of word meanings. 

Guide to pronunciation & 

Help with word formation: prefixes and suffixes.

Coverage of weights and measures and SI units.

Useful cross-references to show related words.