The Oxford dictionary of word origins / edited by Julia Cresswell.
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Continuing resourceReference number:OROUK99547920Publication details: [Oxford] : Oxford University Press, 2009- Edition: 2nd edDescription: 1 online resourceOther title: Dictionary of word originsUniform titles: Oxford reference online premium. Subject(s): English language -- Etymology -- DictionariesAdditional physical formats: Print version: No titleDDC classification: 422.03 LOC classification: PE1580Online resources: Click here to access online Also issued in print format.Summary: This is an accessible, lively A-Z of over 3000 words and their origins, drawn from Oxford's unrivalled dictionary research and language monitoring. Ideal for language lovers and students alike, it relates the fascinating stories behind many of our most curious words and expressions.
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This is an accessible, lively A-Z of over 3000 words and their origins, drawn from Oxford's unrivalled dictionary research and language monitoring. Ideal for language lovers and students alike, it relates the fascinating stories behind many of our most curious words and expressions.
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