by Alan J . Bliss (Editor)
A splendid book for word addicts, this dictionary contains more than 5,000 words and phrases and supplies an ample commentary on each. The language of origin is identified and the authentic spelling and meaning are indicated if these differ substantially from those used in English. The approximate date at which the expression entered the English language is given and all current meanings are fully defined.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 400
Edition: New
Publisher: Routledge
Published: Aug 1991
ISBN 10: 0415059054
ISBN 13: 9780415059053