Shorter Slang Dictionary Paperback / softback
by Paul Beale, Eric Partridge
Edited by Rosalind Fergusson
Paperback / softback
Description
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.
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:248 pages
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:02/12/1993
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- ISBN:9780415088664
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Information
-
Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:248 pages
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:02/12/1993
- Category:
- ISBN:9780415088664