Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary is a practical reference item for offices, schools, libraries, administrative teams and home workspaces. Hard cover.11th edition. America’s best-selling dictionary defines the current, active vocabulary of American English and is updated on an ongoing basis. Features more than 225,000 clear and precise definitions and more than 42,000 usage examples. This format includes an electronic version of the dictionary and a free one-year online subscription. It supports everyday lookup needs for vocabulary, spelling, translation or language guidance based on the product information supplied.