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This fully updated edition offers over 120,000 words, phrases, and definitions. It covers all the words you need for everyday use, carefully selected from the evidence of the Oxford English Corpus, a databank of 21st century English, containing over 2 billion words. The Factfinder centre section gives quick-reference entries on topics including famous people, countries, and science. Discover more on oxforddictionaries.com, Oxford's hub for dictionaries and language reference.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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If you are always curious about the precise meanings of words or need a reliable reference for writing and learning, this Oxford English Dictionary is a treasure. Its extensive coverage and modern vocabulary make it perfect for students, writers, or anyone who cares about clear communication. Plus, the fun Factfinder sections add an interesting twist to language with quick facts.