An Etymological Dictionary of Modern English

An Etymological Dictionary of Modern English
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Publisher : Courier Corporation
Total Pages : 452
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ISBN-10 : 0486218732
ISBN-13 : 9780486218731
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Book Synopsis An Etymological Dictionary of Modern English by : Ernest Weekley

Download or read book An Etymological Dictionary of Modern English written by Ernest Weekley and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1967-01-01 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volume 1 of a two-volume work. This classic reference contains most of the more common words used in everyday English conversation, plus slang, archaic words and phrases, coined words and foreign words common in English. Roots are identified, cross-references to words with similar roots are listed and colloquial usages and alternate spellings are given. "Notable for its readable historical discussions, apt citations and jargonless clarity"--Saturday Review.


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