The Cockney Rhyming Slang Dictionary
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The Cockney Rhyming Slang Dictionary
Author | : Geoff Tibballs |
Publsiher | : Random House |
Total Pages | : 128 |
Release | : 2019-03-07 |
Genre | : Humor |
ISBN | : 9781473566873 |
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The classic pocket guide to the language of London. This wonderful little guide to cockney rhyming slang contains over 1,700 old and new rhymes translated from Cockney to English and English to Cockney, including: Custard and jelly - telly Hot cross bun - nun Lemon tart - smart Rock ānā roll - dole Sticky toffee - coffee ...and many more. Master the art of the Cockney rhyme and discover the Cockney origins of common British phrases.
The Language of London
Author | : Daniel Smith |
Publsiher | : Michael O'Mara Books |
Total Pages | : 160 |
Release | : 2014-12-08 |
Genre | : Reference |
ISBN | : 9781782433828 |
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The definitive guide to the vibrant and inventive language of the East End, featuring history, trivia and anecdotes. Cockney rhyming slang originated as a secret code among the thieves of London's East End. Adopted by costermongers and market traders, it fast became a vibrant patois that defined a community, confused the police and evolved to include ever more colourful rhyming phrases. Constantly updated and added to ever since, and fostered by Londoners citywide, it has long enlivened the streets of one of the world's most quirky and fascinating capitals. Cockney Rhyming Slang explores the origins and meanings of both commonly used and lesser-known phrases, taking in traditional slang as well as modern additions. Combining history, trivia, quotes and anecdotes, it is the definitive guide to cockney rhyming slang for locals and language lovers alike.
The Ultimate Cockney Geezer s Guide to Rhyming Slang
Author | : Geoff Tibballs |
Publsiher | : Random House |
Total Pages | : 290 |
Release | : 2010-01-26 |
Genre | : Humor |
ISBN | : 9781407028316 |
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Would you Adam and Eve it? Over a hundred years after it was first heard on the streets of Ye Olde London Towne, Cockney rhyming slang is still going strong, and this book contains the most comprehensive and entertaining guide yet. Presented in an easy-to-read A to Z format, it explains the meaning of hundreds of terms, from old favourites such as apples and pears (stairs) and plates of meat (feet) to the more obscure band of hope (soap) and cuts and scratches (matches) through to modern classics such as Anthea Turner (earner) and Ashley Cole (own goal), as well as providing fascinating background info and curious Cockney facts throughout. Also included are a series of language tests so that readers can brush up on their newfound knowledge on their way to becoming a true Cockney Geezer. All in all, The Ultimate Cockney Geezer's Guide to Rhyming Slang is well worth your bread and honey to have a butcher's.
A Dictionary of Cockney Slang and Rhyming Slang
Author | : Moe Dodson |
Publsiher | : Unknown |
Total Pages | : 44 |
Release | : 1972 |
Genre | : Electronic Book |
ISBN | : OCLC:678046 |
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Brewer s Dictionary of London Phrase Fable
Author | : Russ Willey |
Publsiher | : Chambers |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2009 |
Genre | : English language |
ISBN | : 0550104453 |
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From the Bloomsbury Group to the Camberwell Carrot, Emperor Claudius to Ken Livingstone and Oranges and Lemons to apples and pears,Brewer's London Phrase & Fableis a must for all Londoners, visitors and anyone who's ever succumbed to the allure of the Big Smoke.In the spirit of the respected and much-lovedBrewer's Dictionary of Phrase & Fable, this new book brings together the people, places, language and lore of London, conveying the essence of Britain's capital with wit, erudition and a wealth of fascinating detail.Whether you're a Londoner through and through, a newly-arrived citizen, a frequent visitor or you prefer to experience this bustling and cacophonous city from the safety of your armchair,Brewer's London Phrase & Fablebrings the heart and soul of London to your bookshelf.
The Oxford Dictionary of Modern Slang
Author | : John Ayto,J. A. Simpson |
Publsiher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | : 324 |
Release | : 2005-01-01 |
Genre | : Reference |
ISBN | : 0198610521 |
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A dictionary of modern slang draws on the resources of the "Oxford English Dictionary" to cover over five thousand slang words and phrases from throughout the English-speaking world.
A Dictionary of Rhyming Slang
Author | : Julian Franklyn |
Publsiher | : Psychology Press |
Total Pages | : 202 |
Release | : 1975 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 0415046025 |
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This re-issue of Julian Franklyn's classic dictionary not only defines these expressions but also explains their origin and history. An introductory essay examines the roots and development of rhyming slang. Although many people assume that rhyming slang is exclusively Cockney, Franklyn illustrates how it is common to Australian and Americn dialects. From the unlikely to the bizarre, the 1,500 entries both entertain and enlighten. Cartoons enliven a reference section which combines linguistic detail and cultural analysis. Whether reading the dictionary from cover to cover, or dipping into it as a reference tool, linguists and students of popular culture will find it the definitive source of information on rhyming slang.
Dictionary of Cockney Rhyming Slang
Author | : Anonim |
Publsiher | : Unknown |
Total Pages | : 32 |
Release | : 1992 |
Genre | : English language |
ISBN | : 095192480X |
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