Download or read book The Macmillan Dictionary of Contemporary Slang written by Jonathon Green and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Macmillan Dictionary of American Slang written by and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Dictionary of Contemporary Slang written by and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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 Macmillan Dictionary of Contemporary Phrase Fable written by and published by Macmillan Pub Limited. This book was released on 2002 with total page 677 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This reference of 8000 entries explores words, phrases and events that have come into use since 1900, covering slang terms, acronyms, idioms, catchphrases and new expressions. Details are supplied on words from both sides of the Atlantic as well as from elsewhere in the English-speaking world.
Download or read book The Dictionary of Contemporary Slang written by Jonathon Green and published by New York : Stein and Day. This book was released on 1985 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With more than 15,000 definitions from aardvark to 'zup?, this is a 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.
Download or read book Chambers Slang Dictionary written by Jonathon Green and published by Larousse Kingfisher Chambers. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chambers Slang Dictionary is a brand-new edition of Jonathon Green's magisterial slang dictionary, first published in 1998. Covering the full range of slang over five centuries and from all parts of the English-speaking world, this collection has won universal acclaim for its authority, comprehensiveness and browsability. This new edition, the first to be published by Chambers, retains all the verve and precision of the earlier work. The text has been completely overhauled and restructured to make it as accessible as possible. Anyone interested in the seamier side of language will have hours of sheer joy exploring the vast wealth of information this book contains and plumbing the depths of centuries of slang.
Download or read book The Big Book of Rhyming Slang written by Jonathon Green and published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson. This book was released on 2002 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Pointed, dry, witty and endlessly inventive, rhyming slang is held in greater popular affection than any other type of colloquial English language. This tome, from Britain s foremost lexicographer of slang, will tell you everything you need to know about this enduringly fascinating vernacular."
Download or read book Times Dictionary of Contemporary Slang written by Tony Thorne and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Bloomsbury Dictionary of Contemporary Slang written by Tony Thorne and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 583 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Bloomsbury Dictionary of Contemporary Slang written by Tony Thorne and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Big Book of Talking Dirty written by Jonathon Green and published by Orion. This book was released on 2006-01-05 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Dirt" cleans up! Jonathon Green's previous compilation, The Big Book of Filth, sold more than 100,000 copies. Smuttier, ruder, and better than ever, with 5,000 richly humorous phrases. Drink and drugs, scatology, sex, insults, money: these are the main preoccupations of the delightfully dirty slang so colorfully defined and illustrated in this no-holds-barred follow-up to the bestselling "Big Book of Filth. Those with "politically correct" and delicate sensibilities can tune out; broad-minded readers will dig in to discover terms of affirmation, approbation, contempt, and dismissal, as well as oaths, acronyms, and abbreviations. No group is exempt in this equal-opportunity verbal abuser, from the criminal underworld to the upper classes, children to fat persons, and every ethnicity. Among the 100 titillating A-Z topics: Coitus Interruptus; Dazed and Confused; Doo-Doo (to be in deep); Frankly, My Dear, I Don't Give a Damn; Harm, Trouble and Strife; Masturbation; and more.
Download or read book Macmillan Contemporary Dictionary written by William Darrach Halsey and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 1188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Phrases and sentences illustrate the various definitions of more than 90,000 entries in this student dictionary reflecting current American usage.
Download or read book Dictionary of Contemporary Slang written by and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Slang from Britain, America, Australia, South Africa and Jamaica.
Download or read book Shorter Slang Dictionary written by Paul Beale and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2003-09-02 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From abdabs to zit From pillock (14th century) to couch potato (20th century) From She'll be apples (Australia) to the pits (USA) 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.
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 The Big Book of Filth written by Jonathon Green and published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson. This book was released on 2006-01-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 6,500 off-color phrases, all vividly, explicitly defined. Categories include body sites, arousal and frustration, masturbation, orgasm, oral, kinky, gay, bi, and safe sex, and more. Sources range from street jargon and popular music lyrics to literary allusions, fascinating etymologies, and rhyming slang.
