by Alan J . Bliss (Editor)
More than 5,000 words and phrases with a 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 defined.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 400
Edition: New
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 10 Mar 1983
ISBN 10: 071009521X
ISBN 13: 9780710095213