| A Word for Every Day of the Year Contributor(s): Poole, Steven (Author) |
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ISBN: 1787478580 ISBN-13: 9781787478589 Publisher: Quercus Publishing OUR PRICE: $16.19 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2021 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines | Spelling & Vocabulary - Reference | Word Lists - Language Arts & Disciplines | Linguistics - Etymology |
| Dewey: 428.1 |
| LCCN: 2023287418 |
| Physical Information: 1.1" H x 5.1" W x 7.7" (0.65 lbs) 384 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A weird and wonderful word and its meaning for every day of the year. Who knew that to dringle is to 'waste time in a lazy lingering manner'? Or that a sudden happy ending could be termed a eucotastrophe? Looking for an alternative word to 'bullshit'? Then try taradiddle.A Word for Every Day of the Year is a fascinating collection of 366 words and their definitions, perfect for anyone who loves the richness of the English language, its diversity and wants to expand their vocabulary. Each day offers a rare and remarkable word with its history and definition and occasionally a challenge to include it in our lives. |