McGraw-Hill Advanced American English Dictionary - (English Version)

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Publish Date: 2003-09-01
Features: The differences between American English and British English in pronunciation are distinguished using diacritical marks. In American English, many words ending with the /r/ sound have an /r/ added to the diacritical mark at the end. The differences in word stress between American and British English are also clearly noted. For example, in the word "necessarily," the stress falls on the th syllable in British English, while in American English, the stress falls on the third syllable.
For American English enthusiasts, learners who wish to master American English, and professionals who use American English as a communication tool, this is an essential reference book. For researchers exploring the similarities and differences between American and British English, it holds even greater reference value. This dictionary focuses on reflecting the differences in word meanings between British and American English in its definitions, includes a substantial number of American English words, and emphasizes the characteristics of English in countries like Australia, striving to become a "World English Dictionary."