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Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary (OALD)

The authoritative English language learning reference, trusted by generations of learners and teachers worldwide.   The 11th edition provides:  

• Over 180,000 words, phrases and meanings
• 2000+ NEW words and meanings (doomscrolling, pre-loved, side hustle, unmute)
• Updated coverage of world English – including English from India, South-East Asia, East Africa, West Africa, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the Caribbean
• 200+ NEW illustrations in the dictionary and the Visual Vocabulary Builder

Build vocabulary knowledge with confidence Learn the most important words in English with the Oxford 3000 and Oxford 5000 word lists, selected by vocabulary experts based on frequency and relevance to English language learners. All the dictionary definitions are written using the Oxford 3000 words.   Develop your writing and speaking skills Oxford Writing Tutor and Oxford Speaking Tutor, updated with some NEW model texts, help you develop your writing and speaking skills and prepare for exams.   Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary is based on the authoritative Oxford English Corpus collection.