Why Do We Say It?: The Stories Behind the Words, Expressions and Cliches We Use
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- Synopsis
- THE STORIES BEHIND THE WORDS, EXPRESSIONS AND CLICHES WE USE. How did lollipops get their name? What's long about a longshoreman? Why do we pass the buck? The answers are in this fascinating volume. The intriguing origins of hundreds of unusual words and expressions are here, organized in a handy alphabetical format. Useful for reference and fun just for browsing, Why Do We Say It? is also a great way to expand your vocabulary and enjoy doing it.
- Copyright:
- 1985
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 287 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9781555210106
- Publisher:
- Castle Books
- Date of Addition:
- 02/10/11
- Copyrighted By:
- Book Sales, Inc.
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Reference
- Submitted By:
- Jamie Yates
- Proofread By:
- Lena
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.