Multifunctional Idiom Dictionary

Author: Chen Kang
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Publish Date: 2001-12-01
Features: The novel and exquisite compilation style is a distinctive feature of this book, enhanced by the expertise of seasoned scholars and experts. This idiomatic dictionary, jointly launched by the Century Educational Press and Longman China Limited in both simplified and traditional Chinese markets. In the explanation of word meanings, the author not only elaborates on the original and extended meanings of idioms but also clarifies ambiguous characters and words. The rich and diverse example sentences not only strive to be colloquial and lifelike but also vividly demonstrate the different grammatical functions of each idiom in sentences. For some idioms that are easily misread or misspelled, or those with specific usage ranges, or those with positive or negative connotations, or those with special usages, necessary hints are provided. Particularly beneficial is the inclusion of one to two idioms with similar or opposite meanings, along with an analysis of the subtle differences in meaning, usage, and emotional tone between near-synonymous idioms. This dictionary is not only an extremely convenient reference for students but also highly helpful for readers with intermediate to advanced education levels.