Contemporary English Idioms Dictionary

Author: Qin Xiubai
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Publishing Date: 2005-03-01
Features: This dictionary is a major English-Chinese bilingual idiomatic reference book in China. It was edited by the renowned English professor Qin Xiubai and compiled by over 100 teachers from 30 key universities across the country, taking 8 years to complete. The dictionary features the following:
- Extensive word coverage, including over 55,000 English idioms, proverbs, colloquialisms, and slang.
- Bilingual definitions that complement each other, facilitating understanding.
- Example sentences that highlight the stylistic features, cultural connotations, and regional nuances of idioms.
- Explanations of the etymology, cultural connotations, and typical usage of idioms in Chinese, aiding comprehension and memorization.
- Entries and example sentences reviewed and verified by domestic and international experts, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
- Well-organized layout for easy reference.