Describes and explains English as it is used today - in everyday situations and in newspapers, magazines, TV and radio. It contains definitions in easy-to-read sentences, gives straightforward meanings, offers help with difficult pronunciation, and provides examples to show subtle differences.
A NEW KIND OF DICTIONARY
• easy to read
• easy to use
• easy to understand
'Collins Plain English Dictionary' describes and explains English as it is used today – in everyday situations and in newspapers, magazines, TV, and radio. This new paperback edition is the first dictionary ever to be recommended by Plain English Campaign – the international organisation whose aim is clarity in all written and spoken English.
• Definitions in easy-to-read sentences, giving straightforward meanings
• Help with difficult pronunciation
• Real examples help to illustrate differences in meaning
• Thorough coverage of technical language
• No jargon or unnecessary symbols
• A valuable aid to better communication in business, education and everyday life