The first Oxford Dictionary specially created for students. This dictionary addresses the needs of today's students who need practical advice and tips to tackle their studies, and to write effectively and with confidence.

PREFACE; GUIDE TO THE USE OF THE DICTIONARY; COMPACT OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY; CENTRE SECTION: EFFECTIVE WRITING FOR COLLEGE AND CAREER; Section 1: Brush up your English; 1.1 Essentials of spelling, grammar, and punctuation; 1.2 Striking the right note: appropriate language; Section 2: Writing for College and Career; 2.1 College; 2.2 Career