Collins Cobuild Idioms Dictionary|Paperback

Collins co-build Dictionary of Idioms offers in-depth treatment of the most important idioms in current British and American English.

The Dictionary of Idioms offers in-depth coverage of the most important idioms in English and provides additional information about their frequency, contexts, meanings and usage. Thousands of examples from the Bank of English have been used to illustrate clearly how the idioms are used in the language today. New to this edition is fascinating information about the origins of hundreds of idioms, essential for learners wishing to gain a fuller Understanding of the language.

Clearly laid-out and easy-to-use, the Collins co-build Dictionary of Idioms will prove to be fascinating and invaluable to teachers and learners of English at all levels.

Key Highlights

Coverage of thousands of idioms used in British and American English.
examples of real English from the Bank of English.
Detailed explanations given in full sentences.
special labeling showing frequency of idioms.
Interesting information about the origins of hundreds of idioms.