Provides definitions of thousands of words and phrases found in American English, with information on origins and usage; identifies notable people and places; and offers advice on grammar and spelling and other details.

Clear, comprehensive, and easy to use, McGraw-Hill Education: Essential ESL Dictionary for Learners of English was developed to meet the needs of ESL students like you. Inside you will find more than 9,000 English terms, each with a simple definition so you will understand its meaning and usage. Every entry is accompanied by its phonetic translation, definition, and explanation. You'll find example sentences throughout that show English words in context....

Written as a guide for people who already have a basic understanding of English and want to improve their ability to speak it the way it is spoken in the United States.