A Dictionary of Slang and Colloquial English

A Dictionary of Slang and Colloquial English Abridged from the Work Entitled Slang and Its Analogues (1921)

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""A Dictionary of Slang and Colloquial English: Abridged from the Work Entitled Slang and Its Analogues (1921)"" is a comprehensive reference book that provides a collection of slang and colloquial expressions used in the English language. The book is written by John S. Farmer and is an abridged version of his earlier work, ""Slang and Its Analogues."" The dictionary contains over 8,000 entries and includes slang words and phrases from various regions and time periods, including the 19th and early 20th centuries. The book also includes examples of how these words and phrases are used in context, as well as information on their origins and meanings. This dictionary is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the English language, as well as for writers, researchers, and linguists who need to understand the nuances of slang and colloquial expressions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781436571869
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 544
Weight: 961g
Height: 228mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 35mm