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The '''''Collins English Dictionary''''' is a printed and online [[dictionary]] of English. It is published by [[HarperCollins]] in [[Glasgow]].<ref name="HCUK History">{{cite web|title=History|url=https://www.harpercollins.co.uk/corporate/about-us/history/|website=www.harpercollins.co.uk|publisher=[[HarperCollins]]|access-date=11 June 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190611134631/https://www.harpercollins.co.uk/corporate/about-us/history/|archive-date=11 June 2019|location=[[Glasgow]]|year=2015|url-status=live}}</ref>
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==Corpus==
'''1. Set Your Budget Wisely
The dictionary uses language research based on the Collins Corpus, which is continually updated and has over 20 billion words.<ref name="Collins-English-Dictionary-14e-2023">{{cite web|url=https://collins.co.uk/products/9780008511340|title=Collins English Dictionary [14th edition]|website=collins.co.uk|publisher=[[HarperCollins]]|access-date=18 March 2024}}</ref>
'''


==Editions==
Begin by establishing a realistic budget. Consider not only the purchase price but also ongoing expenses such as insurance, maintenance, and fuel. This ensures you stay within your financial comfort zone.
* The current edition is the 14th; it was published on August 31, 2023, with more than 732,000 entries (including proper nouns).<ref name="Collins-English-Dictionary-14e-2023"/>
* The previous edition was the 13th edition, which was published in November 2018.<ref name="Collins-English-Dictionary-13e-2018">{{cite web|url=https://collins.co.uk/products/9780008284374|title=Collins English Dictionary [13th edition]|website=collins.co.uk|publisher=[[HarperCollins]]|access-date=16 November 2018}}</ref>
* A special "30th Anniversary" 10th edition was published in 2010.
* Earlier editions were published once every 3 or 4 years.


==History==
'''2. Define Your Needs and Preferences
The edition of the dictionary in 1979 with [[Patrick Hanks]] as editor and [[Laurence Urdang]] as editorial director, was the first British English dictionary to be typeset from the output from a computer database in a specified format. This meant that every aspect of an entry was handled by a different editor using different forms or templates. Once all the entries for an entry had been assembled, they were passed on to be keyed into the slowly assembled dictionary database which was completed for the typesetting of the first edition. {{citation needed|date=February 2012|reason=See Talk}}
'''
Assess your lifestyle and driving habits to determine the type of car that suits you best. Whether it's a sedan, SUV, or hatchback, prioritize features and specifications that align with your requirements.


In a later edition, they increasingly used the Bank of English established by [[John McHardy Sinclair]] at [[COBUILD]] to provide typical citations rather than examples composed by the [[lexicographer]].
'''3. Research Extensively
'''
Dive into research mode. Utilize online platforms, reviews, and forums to gather information about different car models, their reliability, common issues, and market prices in the UAE.


==CollinsDictionary.com==
'''4. Check the Vehicle History
The unabridged ''Collins English Dictionary'' was published on the web on 31 December 2011 on CollinsDictionary.com, along with the unabridged dictionaries of French, German, Spanish and Italian.<ref name="wired">[https://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2012-01/03/collins-dictionary-online Collins launches free dictionary site]''[[Wired UK]]'', 3 January 2012. {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304212818/http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2012-01/03/collins-dictionary-online |date=4 March 2016 }}</ref> The site also includes example sentences showing word usage from the Collins Bank of English Corpus, word frequencies and trends from the Google [[Ngrams]] project, and word images from [[Flickr]].
'''
Always ask for the vehicle's history report, including details about accidents, maintenance records, and ownership history. A clean history assures a smoother purchase.


In August 2012, CollinsDictionary.com introduced crowd-sourcing for [[neologism]]s,<ref name="YOLO Mashable">{{cite news|last1=Price|first1=Emily|title=YOLO in the Dictionary? Collins Crowdsources Lexicon|url=https://mashable.com/2012/07/17/collins-crowd-sourcing-dictionary/|access-date=11 June 2019|work=[[Mashable]]|publisher=[[Ziff Davis]]|date=17 July 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190611143113/https://mashable.com/2012/07/17/collins-crowd-sourcing-dictionary/|archive-date=11 June 2019|location=[[New York City]]|url-status=live}}</ref><ref name="BBC 2012 video">{{cite news|last1=Reid|first1=Susanna Victoria|last2=Turnbull|first2=William Robert Joylon|last3=Brown|first3=Alex|display-authors=etal|author-link1=Susanna Reid|author-link2=Bill Turnbull|title=Blootered? New words in dictionary|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-19554595/blootered-online-dictionary-gets-new-words|access-date=11 June 2019|work=[[BBC News Online]]|publisher=[[British Broadcasting Corporation]]|date=11 September 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190611142354/https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-19554595/blootered-online-dictionary-gets-new-words|archive-date=11 June 2019|location=[[MediaCityUK]], [[Salford Quays]]|format=Video|df=dmy-all|url-status=live}}</ref><ref name="BBC 2012 article">{{cite news|author1=<!--Staff writer(s); no by-line.-->|title=Collins online dictionary adds mummy porn and blootered|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-19557542|access-date=11 June 2019|work=[[BBC News Online]]|publisher=[[British Broadcasting Corporation]]|date=11 September 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190611142835/https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-19557542|archive-date=11 June 2019|location=[[Glasgow]]|df=dmy-all|url-status=live}}</ref> whilst still maintaining overall editorial control to remain distinct from [[Wiktionary]] and [[Urban Dictionary]]. This followed an earlier launch of a discussion forum for neologisms in 2004.<ref name="Guardian 2004">{{cite news|last1=Moss|first1=Stephen|title=Collins launches online dictionary to debate new words|url=https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2004/dec/16/books.pressandpublishing|access-date=11 June 2019|work=[[The Guardian]]|date=16 December 2004|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190611143414/https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2004/dec/16/books.pressandpublishing|archive-date=11 June 2019|location=[[London]]|url-status=live}}</ref>
'''5. Conduct a Thorough Inspection
'''
Before sealing the deal, inspect the car thoroughly. Look for signs of wear and tear, check the engine, tires, brakes, and examine the interior and exterior for any damages.


In May 2015, CollinsDictionary.com added 6,500 new [[Scrabble]] words to their Collins Official Scrabble Wordlist. The words are based on terms related to and influenced by slang, social media, food, technology, and more.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.collinsdictionary.com/word-lovers-blog/new/discover-the-new-scrabble-words,210,HCB.html|title=Discover the New Scrabble Words|date=21 May 2015|website=www.collinsdictionary.com|access-date=11 June 2019|publisher=[[HarperCollins]]|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190611133910/https://www.collinsdictionary.com/word-lovers-blog/new/discover-the-new-scrabble-words,210,HCB.html|archive-date=11 June 2019|df=dmy-all|url-status=live}}</ref>
'''6. Test Drive Multiple Cars
'''
Test driving is crucial. Drive multiple cars to compare their performance, handling, and comfort. Pay attention to how the car responds in various road conditions.


==References==
'''7. Consider Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Options
{{Reflist}}
'''
Explore certified pre-owned vehicles. These often come with extended warranties and undergo rigorous inspections, offering additional peace of mind.


==External links==
'''8. Get a Professional Inspection
*[http://www.collinsdictionary.com CollinsDictionary.com] – ''Collins English Dictionary'', ''American English Dictionary'', [[Thesaurus]]
'''
Consider hiring a professional mechanic to conduct a detailed inspection. Service My Car offers comprehensive inspections to ensure you're making an informed decision.


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'''9. Negotiate Smartly
'''
Be prepared to negotiate the price. Armed with research and inspection reports, negotiate based on the condition of the car, market value, and any necessary repairs.


[[Category:Online English dictionaries]]
'''10. Review Paperwork Carefully
[[Category:William Collins, Sons books]]
'''
[[Category:1979 non-fiction books]]
Review all paperwork meticulously before finalizing the purchase. Ensure everything is in order, including registration documents, warranties, and sales contracts.

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'''
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Latest revision as of 16:10, 15 May 2024

Collins English Dictionary Complete and Unabridged 13th edition

The Collins English Dictionary is a printed and online dictionary of English. It is published by HarperCollins in Glasgow.[1]

Corpus[edit]

The dictionary uses language research based on the Collins Corpus, which is continually updated and has over 20 billion words.[2]

Editions[edit]

  • The current edition is the 14th; it was published on August 31, 2023, with more than 732,000 entries (including proper nouns).[2]
  • The previous edition was the 13th edition, which was published in November 2018.[3]
  • A special "30th Anniversary" 10th edition was published in 2010.
  • Earlier editions were published once every 3 or 4 years.

History[edit]

The edition of the dictionary in 1979 with Patrick Hanks as editor and Laurence Urdang as editorial director, was the first British English dictionary to be typeset from the output from a computer database in a specified format. This meant that every aspect of an entry was handled by a different editor using different forms or templates. Once all the entries for an entry had been assembled, they were passed on to be keyed into the slowly assembled dictionary database which was completed for the typesetting of the first edition. [citation needed]

In a later edition, they increasingly used the Bank of English established by John McHardy Sinclair at COBUILD to provide typical citations rather than examples composed by the lexicographer.

CollinsDictionary.com[edit]

The unabridged Collins English Dictionary was published on the web on 31 December 2011 on CollinsDictionary.com, along with the unabridged dictionaries of French, German, Spanish and Italian.[4] The site also includes example sentences showing word usage from the Collins Bank of English Corpus, word frequencies and trends from the Google Ngrams project, and word images from Flickr.

In August 2012, CollinsDictionary.com introduced crowd-sourcing for neologisms,[5][6][7] whilst still maintaining overall editorial control to remain distinct from Wiktionary and Urban Dictionary. This followed an earlier launch of a discussion forum for neologisms in 2004.[8]

In May 2015, CollinsDictionary.com added 6,500 new Scrabble words to their Collins Official Scrabble Wordlist. The words are based on terms related to and influenced by slang, social media, food, technology, and more.[9]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "History". www.harpercollins.co.uk. Glasgow: HarperCollins. 2015. Archived from the original on 11 June 2019. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
  2. ^ a b "Collins English Dictionary [14th edition]". collins.co.uk. HarperCollins. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  3. ^ "Collins English Dictionary [13th edition]". collins.co.uk. HarperCollins. Retrieved 16 November 2018.
  4. ^ Collins launches free dictionary siteWired UK, 3 January 2012. Archived 4 March 2016 at the Wayback Machine
  5. ^ Price, Emily (17 July 2012). "YOLO in the Dictionary? Collins Crowdsources Lexicon". Mashable. New York City: Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on 11 June 2019. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
  6. ^ Reid, Susanna Victoria; Turnbull, William Robert Joylon; Brown, Alex; et al. (11 September 2012). "Blootered? New words in dictionary" (Video). BBC News Online. MediaCityUK, Salford Quays: British Broadcasting Corporation. Archived from the original on 11 June 2019. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
  7. ^ "Collins online dictionary adds mummy porn and blootered". BBC News Online. Glasgow: British Broadcasting Corporation. 11 September 2012. Archived from the original on 11 June 2019. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
  8. ^ Moss, Stephen (16 December 2004). "Collins launches online dictionary to debate new words". The Guardian. London. Archived from the original on 11 June 2019. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
  9. ^ "Discover the New Scrabble Words". www.collinsdictionary.com. HarperCollins. 21 May 2015. Archived from the original on 11 June 2019. Retrieved 11 June 2019.

External links[edit]

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