The Collins Gem English Dictionary is the world's best-selling small dictionary. This new edition incorporates the latest changes in the language to ensure the dictionary remains up-to-date and relevant for the modern world. Collins Gem English Dictionary is the most popular small dictionary available. First published in 1902, it has remained a firm favourite because of its convenient size, ease of use, and comprehensive coverage. Using the Bank of English, the world's largest language database, this new edition incorporates the latest changes in the language. In addition, the typography has been redesigned to give a clear new look that makes the book easier to use than ever. But the new Gem retains the features that have made it so popular: a user-friendly format; fuller definitions than ever before; help with spelling and pronunciation of difficult words; and useful supplements, including a completely up-to-date list of countries, capitals and currencies. This combination of the best of old and new features promises to keep the Gem dictionary at the top for another century.