Idioms And Their Origins
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Dictionary of Proverbs and Their Origins
Author | : Linda Flavell,Roger Flavell |
Publsiher | : Kyle Cathie Limited |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2005 |
Genre | : English language |
ISBN | : 1856265633 |
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This dictionary traces the origins and histories of over 400 proverbs, detailing the changes of meaning and usage that have occurred throughout each proverb's life and offering literary examples dating back over 2000 years.
Dictionary of Idioms and Their Origins
Author | : Linda Flavell,Roger Flavell |
Publsiher | : Unknown |
Total Pages | : 216 |
Release | : 2005-01 |
Genre | : English language |
ISBN | : 1856265099 |
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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.
The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions
Author | : James McGuire |
Publsiher | : Whalen Book Works |
Total Pages | : 73 |
Release | : 2019-01-28 |
Genre | : Reference |
ISBN | : 9781732512603 |
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With 100+ full-page illustrations, The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions introduces readers to the fascinating, humorous, and often unbelievable origin stories behind the English language’s most common sayings! Why do we bring home the bacon, instead of some other salty meat? Whose beans are we spilling, exactly? Why was that cat in the bag to begin with? Every day, English speaking people turn phrase after phrase, idiom after idiom, with no actual idea what they are saying! Sure, the meaning of these expressions has long been established, but rarely do we stop to think about where they come from. The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions will profile 64 of the greatest idiom origin stories through simple text and captivating illustration. No longer will you wonder why getting a goat is so frustrating, or why hatters are so mad (and no, that one doesn’t come from Alice in Wonderland)! With The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions, everyday phrases come to life! Inside this charming little hardcover volume, the illustrated idioms will be arranged chronologically, with the oldest expressions appearing first, working all the way up to the present day. Each entry will provide the saying’s definition and origin story, laid out cohesively within a funny and captivating illustration of the strange and wonderful long-forgotten story. Whalen Book Works is an independent book publishing company that combines top-notch design, unique formats, and fresh content to create truly innovative gift books. We bring together a talented team of writers, designers, illustrators, and artists in order to develop strong editorial content that brings a book to life!
America s top30 Idioms and their Origins
Author | : fred engh |
Publsiher | : CirderfLLC |
Total Pages | : 131 |
Release | : 2022-05-15 |
Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | : 9798414982487 |
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If you’re looking for a book to “knock your socks off” Let me bounce something off you. I heard it through the grapevine that there are over 25,000 idioms in the English language. That’s straight from the horse’s mouth. Now don’t get up in arms or beside yourself as I spill the beans on the top 30 ones that will make you think something is fishy about this book. Take it with a grain of salt and don’t think I’m off my rocker when I suggest that you use this book for your tank top (no, not table top).
Stories Behind Idioms 1
Author | : Stephen Curtis |
Publsiher | : Unknown |
Total Pages | : 122 |
Release | : 2015-10-09 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 9810953119 |
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Proper Name Idioms and Their Origins
Author | : Лариса Шитова |
Publsiher | : Litres |
Total Pages | : 193 |
Release | : 2022-01-29 |
Genre | : Foreign Language Study |
ISBN | : 9785040007011 |
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Последняя из тематического цикла книга идиом, содержащая на сей раз имена собственные, заимствованные из Библии, мифологии, истории, литературы и реальной жизни. Богатый справочный материал, сопровождающий устойчивые выражения, призван удовлетворить читательский интерес и помочь активному использованию идиом в речи.
Dictionary of Idioms and Their Origins
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Author | : L & R. Flavell |
Publsiher | : Unknown |
Total Pages | : 135 |
Release | : 2002 |
Genre | : Electronic Book |
ISBN | : OCLC:809734966 |
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Everyday Phrases
Author | : Neil Ewart |
Publsiher | : Unknown |
Total Pages | : 162 |
Release | : 1983 |
Genre | : English language |
ISBN | : 0713713542 |
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Explains the meaning and implication of 400 phrases commonly used throughout the English-speaking world, such as: eager beaver and sour grapes.