The single-volume Oxford Dictionary of English (currently in its 3rd Edition, 2010, with ongoing updates) is distinct from the multi-volume Oxford English Dictionary (OED), which is a historical dictionary. This report focuses on the former as the "latest edition" for contemporary usage. Report: The Latest Edition of the Oxford Dictionary of English Date: April 18, 2026 Subject: Analysis of the Current Edition and Lexicographical Updates 1. Executive Summary The latest "edition" of the Oxford Dictionary of English (ODE) is not a static print release but a dynamic digital-first resource. The 3rd Edition (published 2010) serves as the stable textual base, but the authoritative "latest version" exists within Oxford Dictionaries Premium and integrated Apple/Native OS dictionaries, updated quarterly. As of 2026, the dictionary continues to prioritize computational lexicography, real-time corpus analysis, and the inclusion of global English variants. 2. Current Edition Status | Aspect | Details | | :--- | :--- | | Print Edition | 3rd Edition (2010), ISBN 978-0199571123 | | Latest Digital Update | Q1 2026 (March 2026) | | Number of Definitions | Approx. 350,000 words, phrases, and meanings | | Core Corpus | Oxford English Corpus (over 2 billion words of 21st-century text) |
This is a formal report regarding the of the Oxford Dictionary of English (ODE), commonly referred to in public discourse as the "Oxford Dictionary."