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Dictionary of Idioms and Their Origins - Softcover

Flavell, Linda; Flavell, Roger

 
9781856261296: Dictionary of Idioms and Their Origins
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1856261298 ISBN 13: 9781856261296
Verlag: Kyle Cathie, 1994

Inhaltsangabe

Examining the origins of everyday idioms and expressions, such as "a storm in a teacup" and "flavour of the month", this book explains their meanings and gives examples of their use. Interspersed with the individual entries are mini-essays on recurring themes - familiar phrases with nautical origins, expressions based on the macabre and on the peculiarly British view of foreigners. (Why do we have Dutch uncles and Dutch treats, but take French leave?) For the serious student, there are dates of first use and guidance on correct or current usage, while the browser and lover of words is offered a source of fascination and enjoyment. The authors' previous books include "Current English Usage".

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Verlag
Kyle Cathie
Erscheinungsdatum
1994
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
1856261298
ISBN 13 
9781856261296
Einband
Taschenbuch
Anzahl der Seiten
224
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