The Cassell Dictionary of Word and Phrase Origins

The Cassell Dictionary of Word and Phrase Origins

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Publisher's Synopsis

Covers some 500 words and phrases in everyday use and provides background information on the meaning and origin of each entry. Many popular etymologies are challenged and more convincing explanations put in their place. It can be used as a reference book or for browsing.

Book information

ISBN: 9780304320509
Publisher: Cassell
Imprint: Cassell
Pub date:
DEWEY: 423.1
DEWEY edition: 20
Language: English
Number of pages: 224
Weight: -1g
Height: 228mm
Width: 146mm
Spine width: 19mm