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Word Origins
Word Origins
Author: John Ayto
This in-depth exploration of the English language covers every nuance and curiosity of this constantly evolving linguistic pastiche. It is estimated that every year 800 neologisms are added to the English language, and include acronyms (NIMBY, Not In My Backyard), blended words (motel), and those taken from foreign languages (savoir-faire). Laid...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780713674989
ISBN-10: 0713674989
Publication Date: 9/1/2008
Pages: 576
Edition: 2nd
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Publisher: A&C Black
Book Type: Paperback
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