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Shorter Slang Dictionary
Paperback
Main Details
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Shorter Slang Dictionary
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Rosalind Fergusson
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Introduction by Eric Partridge
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Edited by Rosalind Fergusson
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback | | Pages:256 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 138 |
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| Category/Genre | Language - reference and general |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780415088664
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| Classifications | Dewey:427.09 |
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| Audience | | Undergraduate | | Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly | | Professional & Vocational | |
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| Illustrations |
black & white illustrations
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Taylor & Francis Ltd
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| Imprint |
Routledge
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| Publication Date |
2 December 1993 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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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.
Author Biography
Rosalind Fergusson is a freelance lexicographer.
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