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Language for specific purposes dictionary

Okay kiddo, so you know how we use different words and phrases when we talk about different things? Like, we use the word "apple" when we talk about the fruit, and "car" when we talk about a vehicle? Well, some people might need to use special words and phrases for their job or hobbies.

That's where a language for specific purposes (LSP) dictionary comes in! It's a special kind of dictionary that has words and phrases for specific areas like medicine, law, engineering, or even soccer! So, if someone is a doctor, they might use a LSP dictionary to find the right medical terms to use when they talk or write about their work.

The LSP dictionary can also help people who are learning a language for a specific purpose. So, if someone wants to be a lawyer in a foreign country, they might use a LSP dictionary to learn the legal terms they need to know. It's like a special helper for using the right words when you need them!
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