Phrase Search
To search for idioms or phrasal verbs, enter up to three words in the input field. The
expressions containing ALL the entered words can be searched for.
<Example>
Search for a phrase containing 'take' and 'off'.
1. Press t to open the Oxford-Hachette French Dictionary
English → French .
2. Press } once, then press e. The input screen of the Phrase Search
appears.
3. Input 'take', press }, followed by 'off'.
To input more than one word, input
each word in the separate input field.
Use the } { keys to move the
cursor. Each input field can accommo-
date up to 24 characters.
4. Press e.
A list of phrases containing the words appears. Note that phrasal verbs are listed
in their base form, and are introduced by a square bullet.
5. Select the desired index of the phrases using the number key(s). The translation
of the selected phrase is displayed.
• Press f to return to the previous view.
• Press ^ l to list the index of phrases containing the words.
• To search for a new phrase, simply begin inputting new words, or press b
to go back to the input screen to start a new search.
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Further information
For further information on using this dictionary, refer to the Introduction on pages
48-62.