McKean, Erin

Weird and Wonderful Words

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ISBN 13:: 9780195159059
author:: McKean, Erin
format:: HardBack
publisher:: Oxford University Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2002
Pages:: 132
Dimensions:: 146mm X 218mm
Genre:: Language & Linguistics
Condition:: New
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Discover a treasure trove of colourful and unusual words in this engaging reference book. With hundreds of definitions written in a clear and conversational style, accompanied by full-page illustrations that bring the language to life, Weird and Wonderful Words is an entertaining companion for anyone interested in the quirks of our glorious language.

Learn about obscure terms like snollygoster and Funambulist, or discover why catopromancy might be worth exploring. The book also includes a useful guide to creating your own unusual words correctly from Greek and Latin roots, as well as a bibliography of Oxford's dictionaries for further reference.

A great gift for word lovers, this book is an ideal stocking filler that will provide hours of amusement and entertainment.

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