Collin, P. H.; Kipfer, Barbara Ann; Martinez, R.; Spradling, H.   More than 15,000 terms used in American English are defined and explained in this new general English dictionary targeted at new students of English. A clear, user-friendly layout for fast look-up and comprehension, simple diction, in compact format, make it ideal for school-study and English language examinations including the TOEIC and TOEFL. In addition to definitions, grammatical notes, and synonyms, 27,000 example sentences are included, showing how words are used in conversation.