Collins Concise English Dictionary by Collins 1978

Explore English words and their many meanings

Vintage Good Condition - Boards scuffed, corners/spine ends bumped. Page edges browned/spotted, rear conversion-table page foxed, text pages lightly spotted. Published 1978.

This Collins reference brings a wide range of English vocabulary into a single alphabetically arranged volume, with concise definitions, pronunciation guidance and information about word origins. Everyday expressions sit alongside more specialised terms, while distinctions between meanings help readers follow how the same word can be used in different contexts. Small illustrations accompany selected entries, and supplementary reference material includes tables for converting measurements and temperatures. First published in 1978, this edition also offers a view of the language and reference publishing of its period. Useful for browsing as well as looking up a particular term, it will interest dictionary collectors, word enthusiasts and readers who appreciate a traditional printed guide to English.