Shorter Slang Dictionary

Shorter Slang Dictionary
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 219
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ISBN-10 : 9781134879519
ISBN-13 : 1134879512
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Book Synopsis Shorter Slang Dictionary by : Paul Beale

Download or read book Shorter Slang Dictionary written by Paul Beale and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2003-09-02 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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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