Download or read book The Oxford Dictionary of Rhyming Slang written by John Ayto and published by Oxford Quick Reference. This book was released on 2003 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A lively, authoritative, and up-to-date look at the world of rhyming slang, from its origins in London's 19th-century underworld to the buzzwords of 21st-century popney. Arranged by topic, including Crime, Food and Drink, Illness, Money, Sex, and Sport, this highly readable collection is at once an informative source to the story behind some of our most lively expressions and a browser's delight.
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.
Download or read book Oxford Dictionary of Modern Slang written by John Ayto and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2010-02-11 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offering coverage of over 6,000 slang words and expressions from the Cockney 'abaht' to the American term 'zowie', this is the most authoritative dictionary of slang from the 20th and 21st centuries.
Download or read book New Oxford Rhyming Dictionary written by and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2012-07-19 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This invaluable resource contains rhymes for over 45,000 words presented in a clear and user-friendly layout. Features include a complete index, in-text notes, examples, creative writing tips, and a fascinating introduction giving a brief outline of the history of rhyming. A must-have for all writers.
Download or read book The Oxford Dictionary of Rhyming Slang written by John Ayto and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2002 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rhyming slang is a subject of perennial interest to the general language-conscious public. This book, with entries arranged in topic areas, such as clothing, food and drink, animals, sex, and illness, illustrates how rich and entertaining a language form it is. Through extensive examples, JohnAyto explores the range and development of rhyming slang during its 150 year history, from the 'bees and honey', 'oily rag', and 'Uncle Ned' of traditional Cockney Rhyming Slang to the popney rhyming slang of today.
Download or read book The Oxford Dictionary of Slang written by John Ayto and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Containing over 10,000 words and phrases, this is the ideal reference for those interested in the more quirky and unofficial words used in the English language. Including surprisingly old words such as booze and guzzle to the most up-to-date words like humongous and lunchbox, this fascinatingbook is sure to provide a stonking good read for all. Thematically arranged by chapter for easy browsing Words are arranged chronologically to show how the language has changed Contains word origins, illustrative examples from literature, and an easy-to-use AZ index 'hours of happy browsing for language lovers' Observer
Download or read book Stone the Crows written by John Ayto and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2008 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Drawing on the unique resources of the Oxford English Dictionary, Stone the Crows features over 6,000 slang words and expressions, from the British beer goggles, through the American cockamamie, to the Australian gigglehouse. This collection contains old favourites as well as the very latest slang terms. In addition to the A-Z entries, the book contains a comprehensive thematic index, details of origins, dates of first printed use, and thousands of illustrative quotations from famous names including John Lennon and Woody Allen." --Book Jacket.
Download or read book The Oxford dictionary of modern slang written by John Ayto and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Drawing on the unique resources of the Oxford English Dictionary and offering coverage of over 6,000 slang words and expressions from the Cockney "abaht" to the American term "zowie", this is the most authoritative dictionary of slang from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Oxford Dictionary of Modern Slang is a fascinating and entertaining collection, packed with illustrative quotations and providing full details of origins and dates of first printed use. The text contains expressions from around the English-speaking world such as "dork" and "cockamamie" (North America) and "giggle-house" and "Jimmy Woodser" (Australia)."--Publisher's description.
Download or read book Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes written by and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Oxford Rhyming Dictionary written by Clive Upton and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2004 with total page 666 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For songwriters and poets, copywriters and students, this is the perfect reference for all would-be versifiers in search of an elusive rhyme.
Download or read book Oxford First Rhyming Dictionary written by John Foster and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes written by Oxford University Press, and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 413 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From writing poems to writing birthday cards, and from the garret to the classroom, the Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes has what every writer (or budding writer) needs. It contains 45,000 words, including proper names, place names, and foreign terms used in English. The organization and layout areremarkably clear, making the volume very easy to use; there is also a complete index. In-text notes offer tips on using rhymes effectively, make suggestions for expanding the rhyming lists included in the book, and give examples of how poets, past and present, have used rhyme. The wide-ranging andaccessible introduction offers a brief outline of rhyming in its literary and historical contexts, and gives further advice on creative writing. The design is contemporary and clear, making the Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes simple to navigate. This is a must-have tool for writers of all kinds and a superb reference for English teachers, as well as being a delight for everyone who likes to play with words.
Download or read book Brewer s Dictionary of London Phrase Fable written by Russ Willey and published by Chambers. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Bloomsbury Group to the Camberwell Carrot, Emperor Claudius to Ken Livingstone and Oranges and Lemons to apples and pears,Brewer's London Phrase & Fableis a must for all Londoners, visitors and anyone who's ever succumbed to the allure of the Big Smoke.In the spirit of the respected and much-lovedBrewer's Dictionary of Phrase & Fable, this new book brings together the people, places, language and lore of London, conveying the essence of Britain's capital with wit, erudition and a wealth of fascinating detail.Whether you're a Londoner through and through, a newly-arrived citizen, a frequent visitor or you prefer to experience this bustling and cacophonous city from the safety of your armchair,Brewer's London Phrase & Fablebrings the heart and soul of London to your bookshelf.
Download or read book The New Partridge Dictionary of Slang and Unconventional English written by Tom Dalzell and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-06-26 with total page 864 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Booklist Top of the List Reference Source The heir and successor to Eric Partridge's brilliant magnum opus, The Dictionary of Slang and Unconventional English, this two-volume New Partridge Dictionary of Slang and Unconventional English is the definitive record of post WWII slang. Containing over 60,000 entries, this new edition of the authoritative work on slang details the slang and unconventional English of the English-speaking world since 1945, and through the first decade of the new millennium, with the same thorough, intense, and lively scholarship that characterized Partridge's own work. Unique, exciting and, at times, hilariously shocking, key features include: unprecedented coverage of World English, with equal prominence given to American and British English slang, and entries included from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, India, South Africa, Ireland, and the Caribbean emphasis on post-World War II slang and unconventional English published sources given for each entry, often including an early or significant example of the term’s use in print. hundreds of thousands of citations from popular literature, newspapers, magazines, movies, and songs illustrating usage of the headwords dating information for each headword in the tradition of Partridge, commentary on the term’s origins and meaning New to this edition: A new preface noting slang trends of the last five years Over 1,000 new entries from the US, UK and Australia New terms from the language of social networking Many entries now revised to include new dating, new citations from written sources and new glosses The New Partridge Dictionary of Slang and Unconventional English is a spectacular resource infused with humour and learning – it’s rude, it’s delightful, and it’s a prize for anyone with a love of language.
Download or read book The New Partridge Dictionary of Slang and Unconventional English J Z written by Eric Partridge and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2006 with total page 1150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Entry includes attestations of the head word's or phrase's usage, usually in the form of a quotation. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).
Download or read book Oxford First Rhyming Dictionary 2008 edition written by John Foster and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2008-05-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Oxford First Rhyming Dictionary is organised alphabetically and contains rhyming words, rhyming families, rhyming sounds, phonics, poems and illustrations. It is the ideal tool to build children's phonic and spelling knowledge in fun way. It also helps children to write their own poetry, rap, slogans, songs or rhyming stories or simply to extend their vocabulary. The 60 original poems compiled by the well-known children's poet, John Foster, are illustrated with quirky artwork throughout. Tested with children and teachers. This book is a must for every home and classroom. The big book version contains Notes and activities for teachers to use for whole class teaching - investigating first referencing skills to phonics and creating lively poetry. Indexes are not included in the big book version.
Download or read book The Oxford Dictionary of Modern Slang written by John Ayto (lexicographe).) and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
