Dictionary of Word and Phrase Origins

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Dictionaries
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Author: Martin Manser ISBN: 9781543942644
Publisher: BookBaby Publication: July 24, 2018
Imprint: BookBaby Language: English
Author: Martin Manser
ISBN: 9781543942644
Publisher: BookBaby
Publication: July 24, 2018
Imprint: BookBaby
Language: English

Why do we describe something as "A-1", "a lame duck", or "straight from the horse's mouth"? Why is someone's behaviour said to be "beyond the pale"? What is the original meaning of the word "treacle"? This book explores the intriguing origins and development of about 800 words and expressions in English. The story of the development of English provides an endless source of fascination not only for native speakers but also for students of English as a foreign or second language. I hope therefore that something of the rich heritage of the language will be discovered and enjoyed in these pages.

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Why do we describe something as "A-1", "a lame duck", or "straight from the horse's mouth"? Why is someone's behaviour said to be "beyond the pale"? What is the original meaning of the word "treacle"? This book explores the intriguing origins and development of about 800 words and expressions in English. The story of the development of English provides an endless source of fascination not only for native speakers but also for students of English as a foreign or second language. I hope therefore that something of the rich heritage of the language will be discovered and enjoyed in these pages.

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