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Shorter Slang Dictionary

3/5 ( ratings)

From abdabs to zit
From pillock to couch potato
From She'll be apples to the pits

This new collection brings together some 5,000 contemporary slang expressions originating in all parts of the English-speaking world. It gives clear and concise definitions of each word, supplemented by examples of their use and information about where and when they came into being. This entertaining reference work will be of use to students of English at all levels and a source of fascination to word-lovers throughout the world.

Language: English

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Routledge

Release: December 02, 1993

ISBN: 0415088666

ISBN 13: 9780415088664

Shorter Slang Dictionary

3/5 ( ratings)

From abdabs to zit
From pillock to couch potato
From She'll be apples to the pits

This new collection brings together some 5,000 contemporary slang expressions originating in all parts of the English-speaking world. It gives clear and concise definitions of each word, supplemented by examples of their use and information about where and when they came into being. This entertaining reference work will be of use to students of English at all levels and a source of fascination to word-lovers throughout the world.

Language: English

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Routledge

Release: December 02, 1993

ISBN: 0415088666

ISBN 13: 9780415088664

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