Download or read book The Routledge Dictionary of Modern American Slang and Unconventional English written by Tom Dalzell and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-05-11 with total page 5135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Routledge Dictionary of Modern American Slang offers the ultimate record of modern, post WW2 American Slang. The 25,000 entries are accompanied by citations that authenticate the words as well as offer examples of usage from popular literature, newspapers, magazines, movies, television shows, musical lyrics, and Internet user groups. Etymology, cultural context, country of origin and the date the word was first used are also provided. In terms of content, the cultural transformations since 1945 are astounding. Television, computers, drugs, music, unpopular wars, youth movements, changing racial sensitivities and attitudes towards sex and sexuality are all substantial factors that have shaped culture and language. This new edition includes over 500 new headwords collected with citations from the last five years, a period of immense change in the English language, as well as revised existing entries with new dating and citations. No term is excluded on the grounds that it might be considered offensive as a racial, ethnic, religious, sexual or any kind of slur. This dictionary contains many entries and citations that will, and should, offend. Rich, scholarly and informative, The Routledge Dictionary of Modern American Slang and Unconventional English is an indispensable resource for language researchers, lexicographers and translators.
Download or read book Contemporary American Slang written by Richard A. Spears and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 1,700 entries contained in "Contemporary American Slang" represent the most current general slang expressions used in the United States today. Each entry has at least two example sentences that illustrate how expressions are used in everyday language, and helpful cross references make it easy to locate similar, shortened, or abbreviated expressions.
Download or read book McGraw Hill s Dictionary of American Slang 4E PB written by Richard A. Spears and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2005-10-14 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More bling for the buck! The #1 guide to American slang is now bigger, more up-to-date, and easier to use This new edition of McGraw-Hill’s Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions offers complete definitions of more than 12,000 slang and informal expressions from various sources, ranging from golden oldies such as . . . golden oldie, to recent coinages like shizzle (gangsta), jonx (Wall Street), and ping (the Internet). Each entry is followed by examples illustrating how an expression is used in everyday conversation and, where necessary, International Phonetic Alphabet pronunciations are given, as well as cautionary notes for crude, inflammatory, or taboo expressions. This edition also features a fascinating introduction on “What is Slang?,” a Thematic Index that cross-references expressions by standard terms--such as Angry, Drunk, Food, Good-bye, Mess-up, Money, and Stupidity--and a Hidden Word Index that lets you identify and locate even partially remembered expressions and phrases.
Download or read book Dictionary of Contemporary Slang written by Tony Thorne and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With more than 7,000 definitions, this book provides a definitive guide to the use of slang today. It deals with drugs, sport and contemporary society, as well as favourite slang topics such as sex and bodily functions. In this convenient paperback edition of the highly acclaimed Dictionary of Contemporary Slang, language and culture expert Tony Thorne explores the ever-changing underworld of the English language, bringing back intriguing examples of eccentricity and irreverence from the linguistic front-line. "Thorne is a kind of slang detective, going down the streets where other lexicographers fear to tread." Daily Telegraph
Download or read book The American Slang Dictionary written by James Maitland and published by . This book was released on 1891 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book NTC s Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions written by Richard Spears and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2000-02-01 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The revised and updated third edition of this comprehensive slang dictionary has more than 800 new expressions. Realistic example sentences--provided for each sense of every entry--show how expressions are used in current, everyday American English. Pronunciations and cautionary notes are provided as needed, and a Phrase-Finder Index helps users locate entries quickly.
Download or read book American Slang Dictionary written by Slang World and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever find yourself lost in a sea of modern expressions, wondering what on earth your friends, family, or co-workers are talking about? Fear not, because the American Slang Dictionary is here to save the day! Packed with hundreds of contemporary slang words and phrases, this book is your essential guide to understanding and mastering the vibrant, ever-evolving world of American slang. From the boardroom to the classroom, and every social media feed in between, American slang is everywhere. Whether you're trying to keep up with the latest trends, impress your peers, or simply avoid any embarrassing misunderstandings, this dictionary has got you covered. Inside, you'll find: Clear Definitions: Easy-to-understand explanations for each slang term, ensuring you grasp the true meaning and context. Examples in Action: Real-life usage examples that show you how to incorporate these expressions into your everyday conversations. Humor and Wit: A light-hearted approach that makes learning slang fun and engaging, perfect for readers of all ages. Whether you're a native speaker looking to stay current, a language enthusiast eager to explore new linguistic territories, or a student navigating the colorful landscape of American English, the American Slang Dictionary is your go-to resource. Get ready to boost your vocabulary, sharpen your communication skills, and join the ranks of the effortlessly cool. Grab your copy today and step into the lively, laugh-out-loud world of American slang. It's time to talk the talk and walk the walk-like a true slang-savvy pro!
Download or read book Slang written by Paul Dickson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2010-09-01 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to be privy to the inside banter of the boardroom, backroom or the Washington Beltway, Slang is an indispensable resource, and a lot of fun. Slang is evidence that the spoken language is continually changing to meet new needs for verbal expressions, tailored to changing realities and perceptions. Unlike most slang dictionaries that list entries alphabetically, Slang takes on modern American English one topic at a time, from "auctionese" to "computerese", the drug trade and sports slang. Slang was originally published by Pocket Books in 1990 in paperback and revised in 1998 in hardcover and paperback. The new Slang has 50% new material, including new chapters on slang associated with work cubicles, gaming, hip hop, and coffeehouses. Dickson brings slang into the twenty-first century with such blogger slang as TMPMITW, which stands for "the most powerful man in the world" (the president). Whether you want to be privy to the inside banter of the boardroom, backroom or the Washington Beltway, Slang is an indispensable resource, and a lot of fun.
Download or read book American Slang written by Robert L. Chapman and published by Harper Paperbacks. This book was released on 1987 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abridged ed. of The new dictionary of American slang c1986.
Download or read book New Dictionary of American Slang written by Robert L. Chapman and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 485 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Routledge Dictionary of Modern American Slang and Unconventional English written by Tom Dalzell and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2009 with total page 1120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rev. ed of: Dictionary of slang and unconventional English / by E. Partridge. 8th ed.1984.
Download or read book African American Slang written by Maciej Widawski and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2015-03-05 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A pioneering exploration of form, meaning, theme and function in African American slang, illustrated with thousands of contextual examples.
Download or read book Slang written by Paul Dickson and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Slang! covers the latest teenage vernacular, the secret language of Wall Street, the cruelty of medical slang, the bizarre terms of the underworld and more.ing and flavor of the term.
Download or read book Slang A Very Short Introduction written by Jonathon Green and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2016-02-25 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Slang, however one judges it, shows us at our most human. It is used widely and often, typically associated with the writers of noir fiction, teenagers, and rappers, but also found in the works of Shakespeare and Dickens. It has been recorded since at least 1500 AD, and today's vocabulary, taken from every major English-speaking country, runs to over 125,000 slang words and phrases. This Very Short Introduction takes readers on a wide-ranging tour of this fascinating sub-set of the English language. It considers the meaning and origins of the word 'slang' itself, the ideas that a make a word 'slang', the long-running themes that run through slang, and the history of slang's many dictionaries. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Download or read book American Slang written by Joseph Melillo and published by Mottobene Inc. This book was released on 2005 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This compilation of American slang contains more than 5,000 common slang terms with easy-to-understand definitions and sample sentences. The book's unique classification of slang terms under key words makes it easy to search for and discover any term. By organising terms this way, slang terms that share a common key word can be classified together for easy reference. For example, under the key word 'Chip,' the following terms are alphabetically listed: bargaining chip, blue chip, cash in one's chips, chip in, chip off the old block, chip on one's shoulder, in the chips, let the chips fall where they may, and when the chips are down. Slang terms with more than one key word are also cross-referenced, and sample sentences lend meaning to the slang terms by showing their applications in writing and in conversation.
Download or read book Slang written by Eric Partridge and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-04-17 with total page 807 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1933, this book explores both contemporary and historical slang, focusing on the characteristics and quirks of the English and American languages. As well as looking at commonly used slang, there are sections that give the reader insight into more unusual areas such as Cockney slang, slang in journalism and slang in commerce, as well as slang used by sailors, the law and the church. The book will be of interest to scholars and the general readers who take an interest in language.
Download or read book The Oxford Dictionary of Modern Slang written by John Ayto and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A dictionary of modern slang draws on the resources of the "Oxford English Dictionary" to cover over five thousand slang words and phrases from throughout the English-speaking world.
