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The Australian Primary Oxford Dictionary
Australian Primary Oxford Dictionary
Author/editor: Amanda Laugesen & Mark Gwynn
Year published: 2020

Abstract

Fifth Edition. Amanda Laugesen & Mark Gwynn. Oxford University Press, 2020. 602 pages. ISBN 9780190323899.

The Australian Primary Oxford Dictionary fifth edition has been comprehensively updated to cover all the latest words middle and upper primary students need to know. Every headword and derivative is highlighted in blue for easy recognition. Feature boxes provide handy hints for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and usage.