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Dictionary of Word Origins: A History of the Words, Expressions and Cliches We Use
Dictionary of Word Origins A History of the Words Expressions and Cliches We Use
Author: Jordan Almond
ISBN-13: 9780806517131
ISBN-10: 0806517131
Publication Date: 10/1/2000
Pages: 286
Rating:
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 4 ratings
Publisher: Citadel Pr
Book Type: Paperback
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buzzby avatar reviewed Dictionary of Word Origins: A History of the Words, Expressions and Cliches We Use on + 6062 more book reviews
About 500 entries, less than half phrases I've heard of. Some are mildly interesting, but I think that the internet has replaced this "dictionary".
abookfromrayanne avatar reviewed Dictionary of Word Origins: A History of the Words, Expressions and Cliches We Use on + 2 more book reviews
Answering the age-old question, "Why do we say it?" This handy dictionary gives the intriguing origins of hundreds of everyday words and expressions.
susa avatar reviewed Dictionary of Word Origins: A History of the Words, Expressions and Cliches We Use on
interesting to know how words formed; where it was originated; The original meaning and why; just fascinating to read and learn what's on this book.

Sooooooo, Mine, mine, mine --- all mine! NO re-post. Four Star for me.