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We have corpus-informed dictionaries for English language learners at all levels. They’re ideal for anyone preparing for Cambridge English exams and IELTS.

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Cambridge Dictionaries Online now works on smartphones and tablets, as well as desktop and laptop computers. So now you can look up words online, anytime, and it’s still free!

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