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The world's leading dictionary for learners and teachers of American English has been completely updated with Longman's unique, comprehensive database of spoken and written English.Clear-- The Longman Defining Vocabulary, limited to the 2,000 most common English words, makes definitions easy to understand.-- Real example sentences, now from real conversations and texts, show how words are actually used.-- New easy-to-see signposts get you to the right definition fast -- Standard IPA symbols make words easy to pronounce.Up-to-Date-- For the first time, words and phrases unique to spoken English are featured in an American learner's dictionary.-- Expanded coverage includes the latest terms from business, technology, and the media, such as downsize, website, and infomercial -- over 44,000 words, phrases, and idioms in all.Informative-- Highlighted collocations and simplified grammar codes show how to use words accurately in context.-- All-new Usage Notes, based on analysis of real student writing, help learners avoid common errors.-- Study Notes explain key language points, such as using prepositions and understanding modal verbs.Your students have the dictionary -- now what? Bring the Longman Dictionary of American English, N/E into your classroom with these great activities for listening/speaking, reading, writing, and grammar classes. Students will enjoy exploring and learning about U.S. language and culture while practicing basic dictionary skills. Includes reproducible activities.