Although it shares certain features with a conventional dictionary (definitions, phonetic information, grammatical information) is offers both more and less. In addition, there are lists of phrasal verbs, common idioms, and 650 illustrations.Ĭalling it a dictionary is almost a misnomer. Each of these words is defined, explained and examples are given derivatives, compounds and idiomatic expressions are included. Its core vocabulary consists of 3.500 important words.
This is basically an interactive vocabulary-building program. It is not a substitute for a full-functioned electronic dictionary such as the American Heritage Electronic Dictionary, but rather a tool for teaching English to Intermediate-level students.
The Electronic Oxford Wordpower Dictionary is a well-designed electronic reference tool designed specifically for learners of English as a second or foreign language. The Electronic Oxford Wordpower Dictionary comes on 5 HD floppyĭisks, with a reasonably simple and well-written manual. March 1996 - Volume 2, Number 1 The Electronic Oxford Wordpower Dictionary The Electronic Oxford Wordpower Dictionary