Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary 2nd edition (Paperback + CD)

2nd Edition - 2005

A fully updated edition of the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary and CD-ROM, with new, up-to-date vocabulary (e.g. sex-up, speed-dating, whiteboard), new 'mini-collocation' boxes, and new frequency information to highlight the most important words to learn.

The Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary is the ideal dictionary for advanced EFL/ESL learners. Easy to use and with a great CD-ROM. The perfect learner's dictionary for exam success. First published as the Cambridge International Dictionary of English, this new edition has been completely updated and redesigned.

• References to over 170,000 words, phrases and examples explained in clear and natural English
• All the important new words that have come into the language (e.g. dirty bomb, lairy, 9/11, clickable)
• Over 200 'Common Learner Error' notes, based on the Cambridge Learner Corpus from Cambridge ESOL exams
• Plus, on the CD-ROM: Click here for a sample screen of definitions.
  • Advanced Searches - You can use the 'Advanced Search' button to search for particular areas of language. For instance, you can search for idioms only, or phrasal verbs only, or by topic area. The screen shows idioms which contain the word story. Click here for a sample screen.
  • SMART thesaurus - lets you find all the words with the same meaning Click here for a sample screen.
  • QUICKfind - You just have to point at a word with your mouse and the definition will appear in the QUICKfind window in the corner of your screen. Click here for a sample screen.
  • SUPERwrite - tools for advanced writing, giving help with grammar and collocation Click here for a sample screen.
  • Hear and practise all the words.
  • Exercises - The CD-ROM contains many different types of exercise which can be done on screen or printed out for use in the classroom. There are 7 types of word exercises, containing hundreds of randomly generated sentences, which focus on grammar and usage, and 36 picture exercises which are very useful for vocabulary building and practice.

System Requirements:
• PC with Pentium 166 MHZ or higher
• 64 MB of RAM
• Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT4, ME, 2000 or XP
• 160 MB free hard disk space
• a sound card with speakers or headphones
• a mouse or compatible pointing device
• Super VGA, 16-bit colour or higher monitor supporting 800x600 or higher resolution