Dictionary of idioms and their origins
Flavell, L. (Linda)2005
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The English language contains a great store of idioms that can be used in creative and forceful ways. This book examines over 400 phrases, tracing each one's source and history through a supply of examples.
Main title:
Dictionary of idioms and their origins / Linda and Roger Flavell.
Edition:
Rev. and updated ed.
Imprint:
London : Kyle Cathie, 2005.
Collation:
224 p. ; 20 cm.
Notes:
Previous ed.: 2000.Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781856265096 (pbk)
Dewey class:
423.13423.13
Language:
English
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BRN:
527207