Shorter Slang Dictionary

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Synopsis
From abdabs to zit From pillock (14th century) to couch potato (20th century) From She'll be apples (Australia) to the pits (USA) This new collection brings together some 5,000 contemporary slang expressions originating in all parts of the English-speaking world. It gives clear and concise definitions of each word, supplemented by examples of their use and information about where and when they came into being. This entertaining reference work will be of use to students of English at all levels and a source of fascination to word-lovers throughout the world.
Copyright:
1943

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
256 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781134879519
Related ISBNs:
9780415088664, 9781138164796, 9780203380079
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Taylor and Francis
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Reference, Language Arts, Communication, Foreign Language Study
Reading Age:
18–18
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.
Edited by:
Rosalind Fergusson

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