An absorbing A-Z which explores the origins and development of over 3,000 words in the English language. Drawing on Oxford's unrivalled dictionary research programme and language monitoring it brings to light the intriguing and often unusual stories of some of our most used words and phrases.
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Publisher:
Oxford Quick Reference
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
544
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780198868750
Publish year:
2021
Publish date:
July 22, 2021
Julia Cresswell
Julia Cresswell is a British author known for her comprehensive work "The Penguin Dictionary of Surnames." Her meticulous research and engaging writing style have made her a respected authority on etymology and family history. Cresswell's contributions to literature include shedding light on the origins and meanings of surnames.